Best Primary Schools in Oxfordshire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 242 schools across Oxfordshire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

242

Total schools

Outstanding

12%

Outstanding rate

63.3%

Avg KS2 SATs

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Buckland Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	84	View school
🥈	Combe CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	84	View school
🥉	Kingham Primary School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
4.	Sunningwell Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
5.	RAF Benson Community Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
6.	Longworth Primary School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
7.	Finmere Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	79	View school
8.	Shiplake Church of England School Primary	Good	78	View school
9.	Valley Road School Primary	Good	78	View school
10.	Dr South's Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	78	View school
11.	St Peter's Church of England Primary School, Cassington Primary	Good	77	View school
12.	Stanton Harcourt CofE Primary School Primary	Good	76	View school
13.	Nettlebed Community School Primary	Good	75	View school
14.	Peppard Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	75	View school
15.	The Hendreds Church of England School Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
16.	Dr Radcliffe's Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
17.	Great Tew County Primary School Primary	Good	75	View school
18.	Whitchurch Primary School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
19.	Leafield Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school
20.	Launton Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Oxfordshire?

There are 242 primary schools in Oxfordshire, of which 28 (12%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Oxfordshire?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Oxfordshire is Buckland Church of England Primary School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Oxfordshire?

Primary and secondary school applications in Oxfordshire are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Oxfordshire council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Oxfordshire?

12% of primary schools in Oxfordshire are rated Outstanding and 78% are rated Good. 74.9% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.