Larkrise Primary School
Oxford, OX4 4AN · Oxfordshire · primary school
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93rd 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 4,296 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.4/10 among them, against 6.0/10 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Larkrise Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. A higher 13.0% achieved the higher standard, compared to the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.4 out of 10 among them, against 6.0 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 434 pupils against a stated capacity of 450. 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? What specific activities are available for children interested in arts or sports?
What Ofsted said about Larkrise Primary School
Overview
Larkrise Primary School is described as a "welcoming and inclusive community" where pupils are "cared for and nurtured." Leaders are "highly ambitious" and have driven significant improvements since the school’s previous inadequate judgement, creating a respectful environment where bullying is uncommon and personal development is prioritised.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "most successful in reading, mathematics and science," with the early years provision being "particularly well designed."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "identified quickly" and receive "high-quality support" from extensively trained staff.
- Leaders have established a "respectful and calm community" with strong routines, ensuring lessons are rarely interrupted by poor behaviour.
- The governing body and multi-academy trust provide effective oversight, sharing the leaders' "ambition and vision" while considering staff workload and well-being.
- Parents are "incredibly supportive," noting that children are treated with "respect, support and with the expectation that they will take the opportunity to be the best that they can be."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should refine planning in foundation subjects to ensure lesson activities "build clearly on what pupils have learned before."
- In some foundation subjects, leaders must precisely identify what pupils should "know and remember" to ensure intended learning is retained rather than just activities.
- Leaders need to continue focusing on attendance and punctuality for disadvantaged pupils, who currently miss out on important learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained well to identify concerns proactively and refer them to leaders who act quickly to support pupils and families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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