- Ofsted:Strong standard in every area
Results well above the England average.
23 first choices, 23 offers made
Met the standard at 1171%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.9%
- Pupils
- 205
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.0
Schools in OX2
A postcode district in Oxfordshire
- Postcode district
- 35 schools and nurseries
In short: OX2 is a postcode district in Oxfordshire with 13 primary schools, 9 secondary schools and 15 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries3513 primary · 9 secondary · 15 nurseries
Top-rated
All OX2 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in OX2
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.
Top Primary Schools in OX2
13 in OX2, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
50 first choices, 45 offers made
Met the standard at 1186%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.6%
- Pupils
- 338
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.0
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
26 first choices, 26 offers made
Met the standard at 1158%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.2%
- Pupils
- 190
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.1
Top Secondary Schools in OX2
9 in OX2, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
396 first choices, 243 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1658.9
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.2%
- Pupils
- 2,023
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.4
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
165 first choices, 175 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1660.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.2%
- Pupils
- 1,057
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.1
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results close to the England average.
141 first choices, 192 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1648.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.2%
- Pupils
- 1,255
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.7
Nurseries in OX2
15 in OX2, highest Ofsted grade first
Bainton Road Nursery
Oxford, OX2 7AF · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Kids Planet Bradmore Road
Oxford, OX2 6QW · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Kids Planet Mansion House
Oxford, OX2 7QX · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in OX2
8 in OX2, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
396 first choices, 243 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1658.9
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.2%
- Pupils
- 2,023
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.4
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
165 first choices, 175 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1660.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.2%
- Pupils
- 1,057
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.1
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results close to the England average.
141 first choices, 192 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1648.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.2%
- Pupils
- 1,255
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.7
Special Schools in OX2
1 in OX2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Northern House Academy
Oxford, OX2 7JN · Academy · Primary · Ages 5 to 11
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 9.1%
- Pupils
- 93
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.6
Private Schools in OX2
7 in OX2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
d'Overbroeck's
Oxford, OX2 7PL · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results well below the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1629.5
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 615
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Dragon School
Oxford, OX2 6SS · Independent · All-through · Ages 4 to 14
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 759
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Oxford High School GDST
Oxford, OX2 6XA · Independent · All-through · Ages 4 to 19 · Girls
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 756
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in OX2, 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.
- Outstanding7
- Good14
- Requires improvement1
- Not graded yet13
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.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every OX2 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
OX2 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.
Keep up with schools in OX2
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about OX2
Nearby areas
How many schools are in OX2?
OX2 has 35 schools, including 13 primary schools, 9 secondary schools, 15 nurseries, 7 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 OX2?
The highest-ranked schools in OX2 on Eduscope are The Cherwell School, North Hinksey Church of England Primary School, Wolvercote 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 OX2?
There are 7 independent schools in OX2. 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 OX2 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in OX2?
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 OX2 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.