St Edmund's Catholic Primary School
Abingdon, OX14 3PP · Oxfordshire · primary school
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182nd 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 3,597 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.8/10 among them, against 3.4/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 62% | 1.17 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 38% | 2.19 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Edmund's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.8 out of 10 among them, against 3.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join chess, crafts, and the Key Stage 2 Choir, or take part in basketball, football, gymnastics, trampolining, and swimming, alongside instrumental tuition.
Getting in
The published school roll is 182 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 are below the expected standard in literacy? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment in the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about St Edmund's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Edmund’s Catholic Primary School is described as a welcoming environment where pupils enjoy attending and demonstrate a "secure understanding of equality." Leaders have taken "effective steps to improve the quality of teaching and learning," resulting in current pupils achieving well across the curriculum with outcomes stronger than previous national test results. The school fosters an inclusive culture where pupils take on meaningful responsibilities, such as running clubs for younger peers, and feel respected and supported.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit high standards of behaviour, with "calm" classrooms and well-established routines that help them stay focused.
- The curriculum shows "clear progression in learning" from early years to Year 6, with staff possessing "secure subject knowledge."
- Reading is taught effectively by "well-trained staff" using a consistent programme, with quick support provided for those falling behind.
- The school provides "highly personalised support" for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, including a bespoke class.
- Personal development is promoted thoughtfully, helping pupils understand British values, diversity, and how to regulate their feelings.
Areas to improve
- Assessment is not used "sharply enough" in some subjects, meaning gaps in understanding are not successfully addressed.
- Pupils lack sufficient opportunities to "explain their thinking in writing" across the wider curriculum, limiting their ability to demonstrate full knowledge.
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 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 39% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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