Wantage Primary Academy
| Type | Primary / Free schools |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Rutherford Road Wantage Primary Academy Wantage Oxfordshire OX12 7GQ |
| Phone | 01235634980 |
| Reference Number | 147839 |
Wantage Primary Academy has demonstrated outstanding performance across all areas, showcasing a high quality of education and exceptional leadership. This is the school's first inspection since its establishment in September 2020, and it has quickly built a reputation as a vital part of the community where pupils feel safe, respected, and valued. The school has created an environment that fosters academic, emotional, and social growth, where every pupil is encouraged to thrive and succeed, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Leaders have instilled a culture of high expectations and ambition, which is palpable amongst the staff and students.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 293 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.78%
Girls: 52.22% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 19.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 19.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26.6 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 23.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 30 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21 | 24 | 45 |
| 2 | 29 | 20 | 49 |
| 3 | 15 | 15 | 30 |
| 4 | 12 | 17 | 29 |
| 5 | 11 | 19 | 30 |
| 6 | 14 | 17 | 31 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 66.6% |
| African | 9.6% |
| White, Other | 5.5% |
| White & Asian | 4.4% |
| Indian | 3.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.4% |
| Chinese | 1% |
| Asian, Other | 1% |
| Unclassified | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 16 May 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 16 May 2023 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Outstanding quality of education across all subjects
- Exceptional support for pupils with SEND
- Highly effective and ambitious leadership
- Strong community engagement and support
- Exceptional behaviour and attitudes among pupils
- Well-planned and engaging curriculum
- Focus on developing a love of reading
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2019. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 16 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 18 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 11 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 28 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 20 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 8 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 28 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 12 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | ||||||
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 14 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 28 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 15 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 13 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 13 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 21 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 28 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 10 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 28 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 25 | 3 |
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 70% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 20% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 107 | ||
| Maths | 106 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 36 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 29 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Charlton Primary School
Charlton Village Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 7HG |
0.43 miles |
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Huckleberry Therapeutic School
Manor Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 8NE |
0.59 miles |
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Wantage Church of England Primary School
Newbury Street, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 8DJ |
1.22 miles |
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Millbrook Primary School
School Lane, Grove, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 7LB |
1.24 miles |
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Grove Church of England School
North Drive, Grove, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 7PW |
1.27 miles |
|
Stockham Primary School
Stockham Way, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 9HL |
1.38 miles |
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St Nicholas CofE Primary School
Sarajac Avenue, East Challow, Vale Academy Trust, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 9RY |
2.23 miles |
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St James Church of England Primary School, Hanney
The Causeway, East Hanney, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 0JN |
2.56 miles |
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The Hendreds Church of England School
Ford Lane, East Hendred, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 8JX |
2.66 miles |
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St Amand's Catholic Primary School
St Mary's Road, East Hendred, St Amand's Catholic Primary School, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 8LF |
2.94 miles |
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The Ridgeway Church of England (C) Primary School
West Street, Childrey, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 9UL |
3.49 miles |
|
St Michael's CofE Primary School, Steventon Village
The Causeway, Steventon, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX13 6SQ |
3.82 miles |
|
St Blaise CofE Primary School
School Lane, Milton Heights, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4DR |
4.53 miles |
|
Harwell Primary School
The Styles, Harwell, Didcot, OX11 0HX |
4.65 miles |
|
Chilton County Primary School
Downside, Chilton, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 0PQ |
4.76 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Fitzwaryn School
Denchworth Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 9ET |
1.15 miles |
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King Alfred's
Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 9BY |
1.28 miles |
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St Johns CofE Academy
Stanley Hall Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 0GR |
1.51 miles |