New Hinksey Church of England Primary School
Oxford, OX1 4RQ · Oxfordshire · primary school
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178th 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 3,314 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0/10 among them, against 2.5/10 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 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
New Hinksey Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0 out of 10 among them, against 2.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in multi-sports, cooking, and trips to the park. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 85 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 to bridge the gap between the current 48.0% attainment and the national median of 64%? What specific strategies are used to raise the 5.0% achieving the higher standard? How does the recent inspection influence current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about New Hinksey Church of England Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms that New Hinksey Church of England Primary School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” The school continues to provide a high-quality education where pupils are “happy and positive” and achieve well academically, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils thrive in a “nurturing and caring atmosphere” where they feel “valued for their individuality” and maintain strong relationships with staff.
- The curriculum offers “clarity about what pupils must learn,” resulting in particular success in mathematics and English, with pupils demonstrating “secure understanding” and accurate use of technical language.
- Attendance is highly effective, with “persistent absenteeism... dramatically reduced” due to clear communication with parents about its impact on learning.
- Staff possess “good subject knowledge” and effectively address misconceptions, while providing robust support for pupils with additional needs.
- The school successfully promotes diversity, with pupils who speak English as an additional language feeling welcomed and embraced within the community.
Areas to improve
- In subjects where curriculum changes are recent, pupils have “gaps in their knowledge and understanding”; leaders must ensure these improvements are embedded to address these gaps.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” noting that governors assure themselves that procedures are robust, including recruitment processes.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 46% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| 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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