Enstone Primary School
Oxford Road, Enstone, Chipping Norton, OX7 4LPOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Enstone Primary School is a primary school in Chipping Norton for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 359 schools in Oxfordshire. It ranks 28th of 226 primary schools in Oxfordshire. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2013.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 18 June 2013, report published 10 July 2013
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 19 July 2022
Pupils love Enstone because everyone knows each other. They like that it is a small school. They are encouraged to be thoughtful and considerate. Pupils do this showing impeccable manners. Leaders offer pupils many chances to shine. Eagerly, pupils relish the spotlight. Music is the beating heart of Enstone. The school choir is an invitation to all, no matter what pupils' singing ability might be. Staff encourage pupils to play an instrument. The 'musical extravaganza' is a favourite annual event. Pupils are proud of their sporting achievements. They do not shy away from the opportunities on offer. A growing number of trophies reflects their success and determination to achieve their very best. Across the school, pupils are knowledgeable about global issues. They are staunch defenders of our world. The active 'eco warriors' pupil council promotes ecology, explaining to inspectors their view that 'there is no planet B'. Pupils enjoy being outdoors, exploring the adventure playground, tyre park and playing with their friends in the green areas. Teachers expect pupils to work hard and most pupils meet these high expectations. Leaders act quickly if there is any report of bullying. Pupils feel safe because adults care and look after them.
What the school should improve
- Leaders' curriculum thinking does not identify all the component knowledge in Nursery. Therefore, children are not necessarily learning content always in the best order. Leaders need to ensure that the school's curriculum fully sequences the planned knowledge from the start of Nursery to ensure that children are ready to join Reception.
- Teachers do not have consistently strong pedagogical knowledge across all subjects. This can sometimes lead to teachers setting activities that do not help pupils practise the right knowledge. Leaders need to strengthen staff's expertise in delivering the curriculum highly effectively so that pupils know and remember more across the full curriculum.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
9 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
81 pupils on roll, with places for 105
Schools near Enstone Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chadlington Church of England Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 85% met the expected standard |
| Charlbury Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 58% met the expected standard |
| Great Tew County Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 80% met the expected standard |
| Middle Barton Primary School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
| Holy Trinity Catholic School, Chipping Norton | 4 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 71% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Sarah Mann
- Phone
- 01608677268
- Address
- Oxford Road, Enstone, Chipping Norton, OX7 4LP
- Local authority
- Oxfordshire
- URN
- 123001
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.