Bladon Church of England Primary School
Woodstock, OX20 1RW · Oxfordshire · primary school
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169th 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 the 3,348 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.5/10 among them, against 3.1/10 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 40% | 1.74 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bladon Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.5 out of 10 among them, against 3.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a karate club and participate in arts and crafts. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 102 pupils against a stated capacity of 98. 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
Since the higher standard attainment is 0.0%, what specific support is offered to pupils aiming for that level? How does the breakfast club integrate with the morning routine for young children?
What Ofsted said about Bladon Church of England Primary School
Overview
Bladon Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a "safe and nurturing environment" where pupils arrive with "tangible anticipation" for learning. The report highlights a "calm and purposeful atmosphere" in lessons, underpinned by strong relationships and high expectations from leaders who value staff well-being.
Strengths
- Pupils are "avid, confident and fluent readers" due to expert phonics training and a curriculum that nurtures a "love of reading."
- Staff are "unequivocally proud" to work here, benefiting from supportive leadership and a "strong team spirit."
- The curriculum is generally "interesting and ambitious," with clear sequencing in many subjects that helps pupils "remember well."
- Pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) receive "tailored support" that enables them to produce "high-quality work."
- There is a strong emphasis on personal development, with pupils debating complex social topics with "empathy and consideration."
Areas to improve
- The curriculum in "a few foundation subjects is not well structured," meaning leaders have not identified the important knowledge pupils should learn step-by-step.
- Leaders should ensure the curriculum in all subjects is "well sequenced and coherent" so pupils achieve as well as they could.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, characterised by a "strong culture of vigilance" where staff receive regular training and report concerns promptly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 35% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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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