Charlton Primary School
Wantage, OX12 7HG · Oxfordshire · primary school
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66th 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 3,672 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.7/10 among them, against 6.9/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| 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.
Charlton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.7 out of 10 among them, against 6.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a breakfast club and after-school club. Activities include Sports of the World, Ninja Mania, and Roller Karting. Sports cover football, cricket, netball, and athletics. Year 6 pupils attend a residential trip to Condover Hall.
Getting in
The published school roll is 444 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 who do not reach the expected standard? How is the Y6 residential trip funded for families?
What Ofsted said about Charlton Primary School
Overview
Charlton Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a school where pupils flourish, demonstrating high ambitions and exceptional character development. Leaders have successfully refined the curriculum and improved outcomes in core subjects since the last inspection.
Strengths
- Pupils behave extremely well, demonstrating consistent respect and a strong attitude to learning.
- The school builds pupils’ character exceptionally well, preparing them to be active citizens.
- Teachers use effective strategies, such as modelling and discussion, to help pupils understand and retain knowledge.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported and learn effectively.
- Reading is a strong priority, with pupils becoming confident, fluent readers who love books.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the curriculum does not clearly identify essential knowledge, and checks on pupil understanding are sometimes too broad, leading to persistent misconceptions.
- Some pupils at the early stages of writing do not have enough opportunities to practise and embed their writing skills, which slows their progress and affects confidence.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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