Great Milton Church of England Primary School
Oxford, OX44 7NT · Oxfordshire · primary school
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76th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 6.7/10 against 3,977 of them, against 6.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 22.0 · 94 | 25% | 2.35 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Great Milton Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 22.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access piano, violin, and guitar lessons, choir, dance, and multi-sports clubs. Sports include football, tennis, swimming, netball, and athletics. The school also runs an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 174 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 fall below the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child joining the after-school club? How does the music curriculum integrate the various instrumental lessons offered?
What Ofsted said about Great Milton Church of England Primary School
Overview
Great Milton Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, described by parents and pupils as feeling like ‘one big family’ where kindness and happiness are central. The school provides a strong academic foundation alongside a broad curriculum that nurtures pupils’ personal development, ensuring they feel valued and secure.
Strengths
- Pupils thrive in an inclusive environment where they ‘feel valued, respected and know they belong’, supported by compassionate staff and effective strategies for those with special educational needs.
- Teaching in early reading and mathematics is precise and impactful, with a new phonics programme and clear explanations helping pupils build confidence and deep understanding.
- The school successfully broadens pupils’ horizons through visits, clubs, and a popular lunchtime book club, while ensuring staff are well-equipped to teach personal, social and health education confidently.
- Leaders are actively improving attendance by working closely with families, and a preventative anti-bullying programme equips pupils with strategies to stand up for themselves and others.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects beyond the core curriculum, the progression of learning is not as clearly defined, meaning pupils do not recall their learning as readily and are not achieving as well as they could.
- The school must refine its curriculum guidance to ensure it is clear what knowledge, skills, and vocabulary pupils must master and retain at key points from early years to Year 6 in all subjects.
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 | 45% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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
—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
- 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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