Best 3 Primary schools in Oxford – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Windmill Primary School (Primary) in Oxford; St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley (Primary) in Oxford; St Frideswide Church of England Primary School (Primary) in Oxford — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Windmill Primary School, St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley and St Frideswide Church of England Primary School. They are primary phase and community school and academy sponsor led type located around Oxford, Oxfordshire and Oxford. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Windmill Primary School), published Jul 2015. The lowest is 2 (St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley), published Jul 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 450, combined total ≈ 1,300, typical FSM 20–25%, range 5–10%–30–35%; all within the Oxford Diocesan Schools Trust trust.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Windmill Primary School OX3 8NG	St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley OX4 2HB	St Frideswide Church of England Primary School OX4 3DJ
Phase / Type	Primary • Community school	Primary • Academy sponsor led	Primary • Academy sponsor led
Location	Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 8NG	Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 2HB	Oxford OX4 3DJ
Latest Ofsted	1 16 Jul 2015	2 7 Jul 2024	2 29 Nov 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 650 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 350 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	630	420	420
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Oxfordshire (931)	Oxford Diocesan Schools Trust	Oxford Diocesan Schools Trust
Website	www.windmill.oxon.sch.uk	www.st-christophers-pri.oxon.sch.uk	www.stfrideswides.co.uk
Telephone	01865762509	01865779772	01865509444
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Windmill Primary School

OX3 8NG

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX3 8NG
Ofsted: 1 16 Jul 2015
Pupils: ≈ 650 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Oxfordshire (931)
Website: www.windmill.oxon.sch.uk
Telephone: 01865762509

St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley

OX4 2HB

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX4 2HB
Ofsted: 2 7 Jul 2024
Pupils: ≈ 300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Oxford Diocesan Schools Trust
Website: www.st-christophers-pri.oxon.sch.uk
Telephone: 01865779772

St Frideswide Church of England Primary School

OX4 3DJ

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Oxford
OX4 3DJ
Ofsted: 2 29 Nov 2023
Pupils: ≈ 350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Oxford Diocesan Schools Trust
Website: www.stfrideswides.co.uk
Telephone: 01865509444

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.

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