Windmill Primary School
Oxford, OX3 8NG · Oxfordshire · primary school
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155th 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 3,204 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.2/10 among them, against 4.1/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 62% | 2.13 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 38% | 1.95 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Windmill Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.2 out of 10 among them, against 4.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 623 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 core subjects? What specific activities are available within the breakfast and after-school clubs?
What Ofsted said about Windmill Primary School
Overview
Windmill Primary School is described as being "at the heart of its community" with a "palpable ‘family feel’" and "exceptionally warm, kind and respectful relationships" between staff and pupils. The report highlights that the school "cares deeply for every child" and fosters an environment where pupils are "confident and curious citizens who respect differences."
Strengths
- Pupils’ "personal development is first class," with a strong emphasis on respect, sustainability, and mental well-being.
- The curriculum is "sequenced meticulously," providing a "rich academic and cultural programme of learning" with clear key knowledge and vocabulary.
- Pupils are "fluent and prolific readers," supported by staff who "model expertly the phonics sounds" and ensure books match taught phonics.
- Early years provision is "Outstanding," with adults creating an "extremely engaging, purposeful and interesting environment."
- "Staff morale is sky high," and governors "challenge leaders extremely effectively" to maintain high educational standards.
Areas to improve
- In "a few foundation subjects," teachers’ subject knowledge is occasionally not as secure, meaning "pupils do not learn as well as they could."
- The school should "embed its programme to develop staff subject expertise so that pupils achieve highly across the whole curriculum."
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 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 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
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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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