St James Church of England Primary School, Hanney
Wantage, OX12 0JN · Oxfordshire · primary school
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150th 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 — 3.8/10 against 3,211 of them, against 3.9/10 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 | 45.0 · 13 | 40% | 0.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St James Church of England Primary School, Hanney overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 45.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 14.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (3.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend Year 5 and Year 6 residential trips. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 196 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 activities are included in the Year 5 and 6 residential trips? How does the school manage the transition for children moving from Year 6 to secondary school?
What Ofsted said about St James Church of England Primary School, Hanney
Overview
St James Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "friendly and welcoming" environment where pupils "thrive." The report highlights a nurturing culture with high expectations, particularly for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, resulting in strong overall achievement.
Strengths
- Pupils feel "safe, happy and supported" due to caring staff relationships and effective leadership roles that foster responsibility.
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and "sequenced thoughtfully," particularly in English and mathematics, where teachers identify precise knowledge and skills.
- Reading is "at the heart of the curriculum," with a systematic phonics approach ensuring pupils read with "accuracy, confidence and fluency."
- Pupils with SEND receive "targeted and precise support" through effective identification systems and collaboration with external agencies.
- The school promotes wider development effectively, helping pupils understand diversity, citizenship, and mental health through clubs and awards.
Areas to improve
- Assessment in foundation subjects is not as effective as in English and mathematics, preventing the school from identifying precise knowledge gaps.
- The school should strengthen assessment practices to gain clarity on the curriculum’s impact on deepening pupils’ understanding across all subjects.
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 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 41% |
| 2024/25 | 45% |
| 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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