Bayards Hill School
Oxford, OX3 9NU · Oxfordshire · primary school
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88th of 230 primary schools in Oxfordshire we can score, 244 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.5/10 against 1,487 of them, against 6.0/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bayards Hill School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023.
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 234 pupils against a stated capacity of 448. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils in reaching the higher standard in maths? What does the daily routine look like for children attending the breakfast club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in the coming years?
What Ofsted said about Bayards Hill School
Overview
Bayards Hill School is described as a place where pupils feel safe and enjoy a "calm environment" underpinned by high behavioural standards. Leaders have successfully stabilised staffing and improved provision, resulting in an overall effectiveness judgement of "Good". The school fosters a strong community where pupils are motivated by high aspirations and value the support they receive from staff.
Strengths
- Leaders have designed an "ambitious curriculum" that carefully meets the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Teachers develop positive relationships with pupils, creating a supportive atmosphere described by one pupil as "like a big family, where everyone helps."
- Behaviour is "consistently good" across the school, with pupils demonstrating courtesy, kindness, and respect for the school’s core values.
- Reading is promoted effectively, with a well-embedded phonics curriculum ensuring youngest children quickly develop confidence and fluency.
- Leaders prioritise staff well-being and have "galvanised staff" to secure improvements, supported by effective governance and middle leadership.
Areas to improve
- Teachers do not consistently use assessment to identify specific gaps in pupils’ knowledge, meaning subsequent teaching is not always informed by what pupils need to learn next.
- Absence rates are currently too high, with "too many pupils" being persistently absent, which acts as a barrier to learning and creates knowledge gaps.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that staff receive regular training, report concerns diligently, and provide strong support for families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 38% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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