Oxon CofE Primary School
Shrewsbury, SY3 5BJ · Shropshire · primary school
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8th of 97 primary schools in Shropshire we can score, 127 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 3,073 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.1/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 40% | 2.07 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Oxon CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 12.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.1 out of 10 among them, against 6.0 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs including Choir, Computer, Dance, First Aid, French, Mindfulness, Paper Crafts and Reflections Prayer Group. Sports cover Athletics, Basketball, Cricket, Football, Gymnastics, Hockey, Netball and Rounders. Trips visit Attingham Park, Blists Hill Open Air Museum, Cardingmill Valley, River Study, Chester, Roman Experience, Enginuity, Telford, Greenacres Farm, Shifnal, Liverpool and Llangollen. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 425 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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
What specific support is available for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard? How are the various clubs and sports scheduled
What Ofsted said about Oxon CofE Primary School
Overview
Oxon CofE Primary School continues to be an outstanding school, where leaders maintain high expectations that pupils rise to with pride. The institution fosters a strong ethos underpinned by Christian values, preparing pupils well for the next stage of their education through a broad and rich range of experiences.
Strengths
- Leaders have designed a ‘carefully planned and highly ambitious curriculum’ that is embedded securely and consistently, helping pupils to ‘securely and logically shape their knowledge’.
- Teachers possess strong subject knowledge and use ongoing assessment effectively to support pupils, resulting in work of ‘exceptional quality’ and effective use of subject-specific vocabulary.
- Reading is prioritised across the school, with phonics taught from the start in early years and additional support provided quickly, ensuring pupils learn to read ‘accurately and fluently’.
- Pupils’ behaviour is described as ‘exemplary’, with older pupils acting as ‘play pals’ and prefects to model positive conduct, while mental health is taken seriously and staff listen to worries.
- Systems for identifying and supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are ‘robust and thorough’, ensuring they are very well supported in class.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training, robust recruitment checks, and leaders acting quickly to follow up concerns and engage with external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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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