Cherry Fields Primary School
Wardington Road, Banbury, OX16 2DFOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Cherry Fields Primary School is a primary school in Banbury for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 359 schools in Oxfordshire. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in December 2022.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 6 December 2022, report published 1 February 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 6 December 2022
Pupils love coming to Cherry Fields. They are keen to find out new information and can recollect their learning with confidence. The limitless ambition for every single pupil is reflected in the school's motto 'Dream, Believe, Achieve'. These are understood and valued by all. The entire ethos of the school is inclusive. Relationships are warm, welcoming and friendly. Positive interactions and thoughtful support allow pupils to develop both academically and pastorally. The specific needs of pupils are exceptionally well considered. Care and patience are provided for all. Parents, pupils and staff are immensely proud of the school. Trips are for everyone and give opportunities for pupils to develop an appreciation of culture. This includes what can be learned from the developing local area, as it grows over the coming years. Pupils behave extremely well. They listen in lessons and provide support for each other. They speak kindly to one another and play together happily. Pupils also know the importance of showing good manners when they eat with their classmates in the calm dinner hall. On the rare occasions when unkind words are spoken, pupils are confident adults will quickly provide helpful support.
Pupil numbers and mix
201 pupils on roll, with places for 236
Schools near Cherry Fields Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hanwell Fields Community School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 48% met the expected standard |
| Hardwick Primary School and Nursery | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 70% met the expected standard |
| Hill View Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 56% met the expected standard |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Banbury | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 47% met the expected standard |
| St Leonard's Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Report card: Needs attention to strong standard | 44% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Free schools
- Sector
- Free school
- Trust
- GLF SCHOOLS
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Claire Robertson
- Phone
- 01295574004
- Address
- Wardington Road, Banbury, OX16 2DF
- Local authority
- Oxfordshire
- URN
- 147909
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.