Watlington Primary School
Watlington, OX49 5RB · Oxfordshire · primary school
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58th 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 — 6.4/10 against 4,247 of them, against 6.5/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 62% | 2.85 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 23.0 · 95 | 38% | 3.64 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Watlington Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 23.0% achieved 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 (6.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Micro:Bit, Sewing, Breaducation, Wonder Club!, Chess, Gardening, Allotment, and Art Clubs, as well as Rugby, Gymnastics, and Choir.
Getting in
The published school roll is 227 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 support is available for those aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Watlington Primary School
Overview
Pupils describe the school as "fun and full of kindness," feeling safe within a "strong safeguarding culture." The inspection highlights "vibrant and focused" lessons where pupils achieve well, supported by high expectations and a "thoughtful and consistent" approach to behaviour.
Strengths
- Teaching reading is a "strength of the school," with "accurate and precise phonics lessons" and effective interventions helping pupils catch up.
- Early years provision is "exceptionally well considered," with "knowledgeable staff" who quickly address individual development needs in a "welcoming" environment.
- Pupils demonstrate "strong shared understanding" of school values, treating each other well and maintaining "strong" relationships with adults.
- The curriculum is "carefully considered" to ensure sustained progress, with an "innovative subject leadership structure" giving teachers a shared understanding.
- Pupils are "well prepared for their next steps," benefiting from a "rich selection of clubs and activities" that nurture community involvement.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, leaders have not identified with "enough precision" what teachers need to teach and when, leading to "misconceptions and gaps in their knowledge."
- Leaders must "strengthen and refine the curriculum further" so that pupils build knowledge consistently and can "recall prior learning securely."
- Teaching about "fundamental British values" is not yet as fully developed as other areas of personal development.
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 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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