Queen Emma's Primary School
Witney, OX28 5JW · Oxfordshire · primary school
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204th 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 — 1.0/10 against 2,740 of them, against 1.4/10 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 | 24.0 · 2 | 40% | 0.06 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Queen Emma's Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 24.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 4.0% against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join UKS2 and LKS2 Sports Clubs, Excel Tennis, Premier Soccer, Yoga, Martial Arts, and Science clubs. Sports include Boccia, Archery, Football, Cross Country, Netball, Dance, Athletics, and Cricket. Trips include Forest School, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 179 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 steps are taken to raise attainment in writing? How does the Forest School trip integrate with the regular curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Queen Emma's Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as “thriving” at this “kind, nurturing and caring school,” where there is a “strong sense of community.” The report highlights an “ambitious and carefully designed curriculum” that supports high achievement, particularly in early years and personal development, though some gaps in knowledge retention and attendance persist.
Strengths
- The school provides an “ambitious and carefully designed curriculum” with “effective teaching” that leads to pupils “achieving well.”
- Early years provision is praised, with children getting an “excellent start” through “rich and engaging” environments and “ambitious vocabulary.”
- Personal development is exceptional, with pupils building confidence through “extensive range of school trips” and leadership roles like “school councillors.”
- Reading is a “top priority” with “sharp” phonics teaching and swift support for those needing help.
- Staff “skilfully adapt” the curriculum for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they access the “same full curriculum as their peers.”
Areas to improve
- In a “small number of subjects,” pupils do not always retain essential knowledge in long-term memory; the school must identify and address these gaps swiftly.
- Attendance is “low for some pupils,” including disadvantaged pupils, causing them to miss out on “important learning”; the school must ensure ongoing work with families improves regular attendance.
Safeguarding
The report states that “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 | 38% |
| 2023/24 | 36% |
| 2024/25 | 24% |
| 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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