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Schools in OX3

A postcode district in Oxfordshire

  • Postcode district
  • 31 schools and nurseries

In short: OX3 is a postcode district in Oxfordshire with 16 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 nurseries3116 primary · 6 secondary · 14 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in OX3

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 OX3 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in OX3

16 in OX3, best first

Windmill Primary School

Oxford, OX3 8NG · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good or better

Results below the England average.

75 first choices, 79 offers made

Met the standard at 1158%

England 62%

Days missed
4.4%
Pupils
623
Pupils per teacher
23.5
View school Windmill Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in OX3

6 in OX3, best first

Cheney School

Oxford, OX3 7QH · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

228 first choices, 260 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1647.0

England 46.2

Days missed
10.8%
Pupils
1,706
Pupils per teacher
15.9
View school Cheney School
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Nurseries in OX3

14 in OX3, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in OX3

4 in OX3, by the school's Eduscope score

Cheney School

Oxford, OX3 7QH · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

228 first choices, 260 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1647.0

England 46.2

Days missed
10.8%
Pupils
1,706
Pupils per teacher
15.9
View school Cheney School

Endeavour Academy, Oxford

Oxford, OX3 8DD · Academy · All-through · Ages 8 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
10.2%
Pupils
32
Pupils per teacher
6.4
View school Endeavour Academy, Oxford

Woodeaton Manor School

Oxford, OX3 9TS · Academy · All-through · Ages 7 to 18

  • Ofsted:Inadequate

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
24.2%
Pupils
70
Pupils per teacher
4.2
View school Woodeaton Manor School

Special Schools in OX3

2 in OX3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Endeavour Academy, Oxford

Oxford, OX3 8DD · Academy · All-through · Ages 8 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
10.2%
Pupils
32
Pupils per teacher
6.4
View school Endeavour Academy, Oxford

Woodeaton Manor School

Oxford, OX3 9TS · Academy · All-through · Ages 7 to 18

  • Ofsted:Inadequate

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
24.2%
Pupils
70
Pupils per teacher
4.2
View school Woodeaton Manor School

Private Schools in OX3

2 in OX3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Oxford Montessori Schools

Oxford, OX3 9UW · Independent · All-through · Ages 2 to 17

  • ISI:Inspected

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
124
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Oxford Montessori Schools

Headington School Oxford

Oxford, OX3 7TD · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 19 · Girls

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results well above the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1668.0

England 46.2

Days missed
–
Pupils
1,082
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Headington School Oxford
The map

Every school in OX3, 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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Headington Quarry Nursery School, OutstandingSlade Nursery School, Expected standard or betterSt Nicholas' Primary and Nursery School, GoodWindmill Primary School, Good or betterWood Farm Primary School, GoodSt Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Oxford, GoodSt Michael's CofE Primary School, Oxford City, GoodSt Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Oxford, GoodHeadington School Oxford, InspectedOxford Montessori Schools, InspectedCheney School, GoodEndeavour Academy, Oxford, GoodBayards Hill School, GoodMeadowbrook College, GoodNew Marston Primary School, GoodSandhills Community Primary School, GoodBeckley Church of England Primary School, GoodBarton Park Primary School, GoodWoodeaton Manor School, InadequateKids Planet The Triangle, GoodABC Nursery, GoodKids Planet Jack Straws Lane, OutstandingThe Slade Early Years Centre and Day Nursery, GoodMortimer Hall, GoodKiddies Korner Nursery, GoodCherry Tree Nursery (Oxford) Ltd, GoodHunsdon House Garden School, Needs attention in 3 areasSandfield Day Nursery, OutstandingOxford Brookes University Day Nursery, GoodJulia Durbin Day Nursery, Expected standard or betterYour Co-Op Little Pioneers Nursery and Pre-School John Radcliffe
  • Outstanding3
  • Good20
  • Inadequate1
  • Not graded yet7
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's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every OX3 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

OX3 has 31 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

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How many schools are in OX3?

OX3 has 31 schools, including 16 primary schools, 6 secondary schools, 14 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in OX3?

The highest-ranked schools in OX3 on Eduscope are St Michael's CofE Primary School, Oxford City, St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Oxford, Windmill 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 OX3?

There are 2 independent schools in OX3. 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 OX3 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in OX3?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 31 schools in OX3 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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