St Laurence Church of England School
Wallingford, OX10 7DX · Oxfordshire · primary school
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94th 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 — 8.0/10 against 4,240 of them, against 8.0/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 20.0 · 92 | 25% | 2.30 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Laurence Church of England School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 20.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. 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 (8.0 out of 10 either way). The school was inspected in January 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art, Dodgeball, School Choir, Science, Writing, Drawing, Helicopter Stories, and Around the World Clubs. Sports include cricket, tennis, rugby, football, hockey, swimming, and gymnastics. Music lessons cover violin, guitar, cello, and keyboard. A breakfast club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 89 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 new inspection framework affect day-to-day teaching priorities? What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about St Laurence Church of England School
Overview
St Laurence Church of England School is described as a welcoming environment where pupils feel “known, valued and supported.” The report highlights a “calm, orderly and respectful environment” with strong attendance and positive behaviour, noting that disruption to learning is rare. While most pupils achieve well and are well prepared for the next stages of their education, the report identifies specific areas within the wider curriculum and foundational skills that require further strengthening.
Strengths
- Attendance is “consistently above national figures” due to rigorous systems and effective leadership interventions.
- Pupils benefit from “warm, trusting and caring” relationships with staff, feeling safe and secure.
- The curriculum is “ambitious, well ordered” and ensures inclusive access for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs.
- Staff use assessment effectively to identify gaps and provide targeted support, particularly in early years and reading.
- Leaders maintain high professional standards and foster a culture where staff feel “approachable and supportive.”
Areas to improve
- Leaders should embed consistent handwriting expectations and increase practice opportunities to develop fluent, legible writing.
- Assessment systems in the wider curriculum need refining to help staff identify gaps in essential knowledge more precisely.
- Approaches to developing pupils’ number fluency should be strengthened to better prepare them for future learning.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified and managed, ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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