The Ridgeway Church of England (C) Primary School
Wantage, OX12 9UL · Oxfordshire · primary school
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107th 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 4,223 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.2/10 among them, against 5.4/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 40% | 1.10 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 27.0 · 97 | 25% | 2.42 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Ridgeway Church of England (C) Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 27.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.2 out of 10 among them, against 5.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the School Council.
Getting in
The published school roll is 82 pupils against a stated capacity of 98. 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 bridge the gap between the current 55.0% expected standard and the national median? What specific strategies are used to maintain the Good Ofsted rating? How does the School Council involve pupils in decision-making processes?
What Ofsted said about The Ridgeway Church of England (C) Primary School
Overview
The Ridgeway Church of England (C) Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a "caring and nurturing" environment where pupils are happy and feel safe. The school is ambitious for its pupils' academic and personal development, with children who are "highly motivated" and achieve well overall.
Strengths
- Pupils behave consistently well, showing respect and tolerance, and demonstrate a clear understanding of fundamental British values.
- Teachers skilfully break learning into smaller chunks and routinely revisit prior learning, helping pupils connect knowledge over time and achieve well.
- Early reading is a priority; staff teach sounds precisely and provide effective support, resulting in pupils becoming "confident readers".
- The school offers a broad range of enrichment activities, including singing, gardening, and sporting tournaments, contributing to a strong community spirit.
- Governors demonstrate a secure understanding of the school’s strengths and work effectively with the leadership team to provide suitable challenge and support.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the curriculum is not yet developed with the same level of precision as others, meaning pupils’ learning is not as secure. The school should continue to refine its thinking in these areas to support learning across the curriculum.
Safeguarding
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 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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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