William Fletcher Primary School
Oxford, OX5 1LW · Oxfordshire · primary school
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134th 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 — 4.1/10 against 3,752 of them, against 4.5/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
William Fletcher Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Yarnton Brass Band and take ukele lessons. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 210 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 activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about William Fletcher Primary School
Overview
William Fletcher Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a nurturing environment where ‘everybody matters’. Pupils are confident, respectful, and well-prepared for life in modern Britain through a broad curriculum and extensive extra-curricular opportunities. While the school excels in phonics and safeguarding, leaders are working to refine curriculum consistency in certain subjects to ensure all pupils achieve their full potential.
Strengths
- The school fosters a supportive culture where pupils model ‘Rights Respecting’ values and help one another.
- Phonics teaching is a strength, with carefully matched reading resources and targeted support for those falling behind.
- Leaders provide an ambitious curriculum enriched by memorable trips, visitors, and real-life experiences like ‘circular economy projects’.
- Staff manage workload effectively, creating a positive team environment where staff well-being is prioritised.
- Pupils with special educational needs and disabilities are identified quickly and receive appropriate support and resources.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure clear cumulative knowledge is in place for all curriculum subjects, particularly in foundation areas still being developed.
- Staff should monitor curriculum areas effectively to develop greater consistency in teaching approaches and pupil outcomes across all classes.
- Leaders must continue working with families and external support to improve attendance for a small number of pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with thorough systems ensuring staff are appropriately recruited and trained, and that concerns are quickly followed up by actions.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 82% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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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