RAF Benson Community Primary School
Wallingford, OX10 6EP · Oxfordshire · primary school
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6th 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 — 9.7/10 against 821 of them, against 9.9/10 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 | 94.0 · 99 | 40% | 3.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 29.0 · 98 | 25% | 2.44 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
RAF Benson Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 94.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 29.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego, Cross Stitch, TTRS, and Maths Fantasy Football clubs, play Cross Country, and attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 123 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about RAF Benson Community Primary School
Overview
RAF Benson Community Primary School is described as a "welcoming and friendly school where pupils are happy and feel safe." The report highlights "exemplary" behaviour and an "exceptional" early years provision, noting that pupils demonstrate the school’s values of kindness, resilience, and responsibility daily. Despite high pupil mobility, leaders are ambitious for all pupils’ achievement, and outcomes are now broadly in line with the national average.
Strengths
- Early years provision is "exceptional," with children demonstrating "secure knowledge" of the ambitious curriculum and using challenging vocabulary confidently.
- Behaviour and attitudes are "first-rate," with pupils showing a "strong degree of concentration in lessons" and playing "superbly together" at social times.
- The curriculum is "engaging" and promotes diversity, with staff making "skilful adaptations" to ensure pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities learn the same ambitious content as their peers.
- Staff provide "exceptional opportunities" that enrich learning and well-being, including specific support for families when parents are on deployment, creating a "strong sense of community."
- Phonics teaching is delivered "effectively," with staff quickly identifying misconceptions and providing support so pupils "keep up with their peers."
Areas to improve
- The school must strengthen "ongoing checks of pupils’ learning," particularly in foundation subjects, where recall of key content is variable and gaps in understanding can occur.
- Staff should use information from these checks to adapt teaching, ensuring pupils achieve highly across the entire curriculum rather than just in English and mathematics.
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 | 43% |
| 2023/24 | 88% |
| 2024/25 | 94% |
| 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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