Longfields Primary and Nursery School
Bicester, OX26 6QL · Oxfordshire · primary school
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192nd 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 3,328 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4/10 among them, against 2.0/10 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 | 47.0 · 15 | 41% | 0.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 33% | 1.74 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 26% | 0.75 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Longfields Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 47.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4 out of 10 among them, against 2.0 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in hockey, multi-skills, dance, and athletics, with an OAA residential trip. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 354 pupils against a stated capacity of 365. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for those aiming for the higher standard? How does the after-school club integrate with the curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Longfields Primary and Nursery School
Overview
Longfields Primary and Nursery School continues to be a good school, described as a happy environment where everyone feels included and values such as ‘respect, honesty and perseverance’ are understood. Leaders maintain high aspirations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, fostering a calm and orderly atmosphere where bullying seldom happens.
Strengths
- The school offers an ‘ambitious curriculum’ that supports pupils to achieve highly, with learning carefully organised so children build on existing knowledge.
- Reading is a top priority, with a well-structured curriculum starting in Nursery; staff quickly identify and support pupils who fall behind.
- Teachers possess secure subject knowledge and routinely check how much pupils know and remember, helping to deepen understanding over time.
- Pupils benefit from rich experiences, including links with theatre companies and leadership roles, preparing them well for their ‘next stage of their life journey’.
- Staff have high expectations for behaviour, resulting in pupils who are polite, well-mannered, and listen carefully in class.
Areas to improve
- In a few foundation subjects in key stage 2, teachers do not always check precisely how much pupils know or adapt the curriculum sufficiently, meaning some pupils do not build knowledge as well as they could.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and knowing how to recognise signs of abuse or neglect.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 32% |
| 2023/24 | 33% |
| 2024/25 | 47% |
| 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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