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Schools in OX16

A postcode district in Oxfordshire

  • Postcode district
  • 35 schools and nurseries

In short: OX16 is a postcode district in Oxfordshire with 17 primary schools, 6 secondary schools and 14 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries3517 primary · 6 secondary · 14 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in OX16

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All OX16 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in OX16

17 in OX16, best first

William Morris Primary School

Banbury, OX16 0UZ · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

39 first choices, 30 offers made

Met the standard at 1171%

England 62%

Days missed
5.9%
Pupils
240
Pupils per teacher
24.4
View school William Morris Primary School

Orchard Fields Community School

Banbury, OX16 0QT · State · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

40 first choices, 41 offers made

Met the standard at 1182%

England 62%

Days missed
6.3%
Pupils
415
Pupils per teacher
20.1
View school Orchard Fields Community School
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Top Secondary Schools in OX16

6 in OX16, best first

North Oxfordshire Academy

Banbury, OX16 0UD · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

219 first choices, 171 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1647.7

England 46.2

Days missed
8.8%
Pupils
1,004
Pupils per teacher
20.6
View school North Oxfordshire Academy

Futures Institute Banbury

Banbury, OX16 9HY · Studio School · Secondary · Ages 14 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1644.5

England 46.2

Days missed
7.4%
Pupils
116
Pupils per teacher
38.7
View school Futures Institute Banbury
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Nurseries in OX16

14 in OX16, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in OX16

6 in OX16, by the school's Eduscope score

North Oxfordshire Academy

Banbury, OX16 0UD · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

219 first choices, 171 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1647.7

England 46.2

Days missed
8.8%
Pupils
1,004
Pupils per teacher
20.6
View school North Oxfordshire Academy

Futures Institute Banbury

Banbury, OX16 9HY · Studio School · Secondary · Ages 14 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1644.5

England 46.2

Days missed
7.4%
Pupils
116
Pupils per teacher
38.7
View school Futures Institute Banbury

Special Schools in OX16

1 in OX16. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Frank Wise School

Banbury, OX16 9RL · Special · All-through · Ages 2 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
10.3%
Pupils
119
Pupils per teacher
5.8
View school Frank Wise School

Private Schools in OX16

2 in OX16. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

St John's Priory School

Banbury, OX16 5HX · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
55
Pupils per teacher
–
View school St John's Priory School

Tudor Hall School

Banbury, OX16 9UR · Independent · All-through · Ages 9 to 18 · Girls

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
246
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Tudor Hall School
The map

Every school in OX16, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Orchard Fields Community School, GoodQueensway School, GoodThe Grange Community Primary School, GoodSt Leonard's Church of England Primary School, Needs attention in 1 areaTudor Hall School, InspectedSt John's Priory School, InspectedFrank Wise School, OutstandingNorth Oxfordshire Academy, GoodHanwell Fields Community School, Good or betterWykham Park, GoodDashwood Banbury Academy, GoodHarriers Banbury Academy, GoodFutures Institute Banbury, GoodBlessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form, GoodSt Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Banbury, Good in every areaWilliam Morris Primary School, OutstandingSt Mary's Church of England Primary School, Banbury, GoodHill View Primary School, Expected standard or betterHardwick Primary School and Nursery, Good or betterSt John's Catholic Primary School, GoodCherry Fields Primary School, OutstandingHobby Horse Children's Centre, GoodGrow Learn Play Project, GoodBanbury School Day Nursery Ltd, GoodSmart Tots Day Nursery, GoodNära Horton, GoodGrimsbury Manor Nursery School, GoodQuackers Day Nursery, GoodChild First Banbury Nursery, Expected standard in every areaNOA's Ark Nursery, GoodThe Sunshine Centre, GoodThe Close Day Nursery School, GoodLittle Dorothys ChildcareSt Mary's Playgroup, GoodChasewell Playgroup, Good
  • Outstanding3
  • Good23
  • Not graded yet9
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

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What it's like for families

OX16 has 35 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about OX16

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How many schools are in OX16?

OX16 has 35 schools, including 17 primary schools, 6 secondary schools, 14 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in OX16?

The highest-ranked schools in OX16 on Eduscope are The Grange Community Primary School, Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form, William Morris Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in OX16?

There are 2 independent schools in OX16. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in OX16 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in OX16?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 35 schools in OX16 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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