Buckland Church of England Primary School
Faringdon, SN7 8RB · Oxfordshire · primary school
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27th 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 1,528 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.3/10 among them, against 6.5/10 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 | 93.0 · 99 | 40% | 3.96 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.35 |
| 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.
Buckland Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 93.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.3 out of 10 among them, against 6.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the School Council, play football, or learn piano and singing. The school offers a UK Parliament Tour and Workshop, a Woodlands Residential, and both breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 111 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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
What specific support is available for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard in maths? How does the School Council influence school decisions?
What Ofsted said about Buckland Church of England Primary School
Overview
Buckland Church of England Primary School continues to be an outstanding school, providing an excellent environment where pupils are "focused not only on their academic achievements but also on pupils’ social and emotional well-being." The inspection confirms that leaders maintain high standards for achievement and conduct, ensuring pupils develop into "kind, considerate people" with a strong work ethic.
Strengths
- Children get off to an "incredibly strong start in the early years," developing secure understanding of reading and numbers with staff accurately identifying additional needs.
- Pupils achieve highly across the curriculum, becoming immersed in a "rich reading diet" and developing "wisdom and curiosity" through probing different ideas and beliefs.
- The school prioritises staff well-being, with leaders managing workload effectively and ensuring planning and assessment are "proportionate and efficient."
- Pupils enjoy a wide range of extra-curricular activities in sport, music, and drama, which help them "cultivate new interests and develop their talents."
- The curriculum is carefully adjusted to address any learning issues caused by the pandemic, ensuring pupils make the "best possible progress."
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with processes described as "highly robust" and leaders dealing with issues "quickly and effectively" to ensure pupils receive necessary support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 93% |
| 2023/24 | 88% |
| 2024/25 | 93% |
| 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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