Question 1

Is Combe CofE Primary School a good school?

Accepted Answer

The school ranks 563rd of 14,978 schools in England for primary academic outcomes and 3rd in Witney locally. In the most recent Key Stage 2 data, 90% met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, and 20% reached the higher standard. The latest Ofsted inspection outcome (6 July 2022) was Good across all areas, including early years provision.

Question 2

Does Combe CofE Primary School charge tuition fees?

Accepted Answer

No. This is a state-funded primary school, so there are no tuition fees. Families should budget for typical extras such as uniform, trips, and optional clubs or music tuition.

Question 3

How competitive is admission to Combe CofE Primary School?

Accepted Answer

Demand indicators show oversubscription in recent datasets. Oxfordshire’s place-allocation documentation for the 2022/23 Reception round shows the last place offered at 1.737 miles (straight-line measurement), illustrating that distance can matter when oversubscribed, and it varies each year.

Question 4

What are the key Reception application dates for September 2027 entry in Oxfordshire?

Accepted Answer

Oxfordshire’s published coordinated admissions timetable lists: applications open 3 November 2026; closing date 15 January 2027; national offer day 16 April 2027; deadline to respond and to join the waiting list 30 April 2027.

Question 5

Does the school offer wraparound care?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The school publishes Breakfast Club (7:35am to 8:35am Monday to Thursday), an Early Morning Club (from 8:00am Monday to Friday), and after-school wraparound options running up to 6:00pm, alongside termly after-school enrichment clubs.

Question 6

What is distinctive about learning beyond the classroom?

Accepted Answer

Outdoor learning and sustainability are described through specific projects, including Forest School activities in nearby woodland, gardening and growing, and pupil-led eco initiatives such as composting, wildflower meadow planting, and monthly water sampling from the Evenlode River. Music provision includes whole-class instrumental learning in Years 5 and 6 through Oxfordshire Music Service First Access, plus workshops and optional individual tuition.

Question 7

Where do pupils usually transfer for secondary school?

Accepted Answer

The school states that most pupils move on to The Marlborough Church of England School in Woodstock, with Year 6 induction visits used to support transition.

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