Stanford In the Vale CofE Primary School
Faringdon, SN7 8LH · Oxfordshire · primary school
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201st 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 2,938 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.1/10 among them, against 1.6/10 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 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Stanford In the Vale CofE 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%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.1 out of 10 among them, against 1.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs including Cookery, Dance, Pupil Parliament, Gym Club, Craft Club, Sports Leaders, Eco Warriors, and Homework. Sports cover Football, Cricket, and Netball, while arts and music include Choir, French Club, Sweet Shack, Rocksteady Bands, and Guitar. Trips include the Festival of Voices, Voice in a Million, Carols at The Grange, and Christmas Big Sing. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 205 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to engage students in the Pupil Parliament and Eco Warriors clubs?
What Ofsted said about Stanford In the Vale CofE Primary School
Overview
Stanford In the Vale CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils thrive in an "inspiring and inclusive" environment. Leaders have fostered a culture promoting "ambition, kindness and respect," resulting in pupils who are happy, safe, and eager to learn. The school is deeply embedded in the community, with strong parental appreciation for how well children are nurtured and bonded.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "positive attitudes" and follow clear routines, ensuring no learning time is wasted.
- Reading is a significant strength, with adults well-trained in teaching decoding and pupils benefiting from extra support and high-quality texts.
- Staff possess a "sound understanding of varying needs," effectively supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
- The curriculum is described as "vibrant and relevant," enriched by extra-curricular activities that foster leadership and creative skills.
- Governors are "completely in tune with the school’s strengths," challenging and supporting leaders to raise standards.
Areas to improve
- Teachers do not consistently use assessment to check pupils’ understanding, particularly in mathematics and physical education.
- Leaders must ensure teachers systematically check that pupils have embedded essential knowledge and can use it fluently.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, characterised by a "strong culture of safeguarding" where staff are vigilant, well-trained, and meticulous in record-keeping.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 41% |
| 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
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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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