Europa School UK
Abingdon, OX14 3DZ · Oxfordshire · all-through school
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125th 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 1,407 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.5/10 among them, against 4.9/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
A measure was left out: Attainment 8 of 1.4 is below any real GCSE cohort.
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Europa School UK 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%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024. 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 4.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art Club, Story Telling, and Karate, receive individual instrumental tuition, and attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,146 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,176. 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 who are not reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for students in the lower percentile of the similar-intake comparison?
What Ofsted said about Europa School UK
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are supported to become "resilient, considerate and articulate individuals" within a "caring and nurturing school community." It highlights an "ambitious curriculum" based on the International Baccalaureate that fosters "multilingual skills" and prepares students exceptionally well for future education and life in modern Britain.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad, rich and very ambitious," with key concepts taught in a "logical order" to deepen understanding.
- Personal development is rated Outstanding, with pupils learning about "healthy relationships and consent" and taking on leadership roles such as "eco-leaders."
- Early years provision is Outstanding, with children developing "fluent language skills" through a unique bilingual approach.
- Sixth-form students demonstrate "exceptional attitudes" and produce "very high-quality work" while engaging in extended projects.
- Staff possess "excellent subject knowledge" and make "skilled decisions" in teaching, ensuring pupils with SEND achieve highly.
Areas to improve
- Support for pupils at the earliest stages of learning to read is "not yet as precise as it could be," meaning some do not overcome gaps in phonics knowledge as quickly as they could.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 0.8 |
| 2024/25 | 0.9 |
| 2025/26 | 1.4 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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