Orchard Fields Community School
Edmunds Road, Banbury, OX16 0QTOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Orchard Fields Community School is a primary school in Banbury for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 359 schools in Oxfordshire. It ranks 2nd of 32 primary schools in Banbury. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in February 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 12 February 2019, report published 14 March 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 26 November 2024
Pupils take pride in attending this school. They thrive due to a strong emphasis on high- quality education, care, guidance and support. The school's dedication to helping pupils 'persevere, achieve and be aspirational' ensures that they grow into well-rounded, confident young people. The school has high expectations of all pupils. The curriculum is exceptionally well designed, which means pupils successfully build their knowledge over time. The school makes sure that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those who are disadvantaged achieve well. Pupils have exemplary behaviour and attitudes. They are kind, polite and courteous, meeting the high expectations set by their teachers. Pupils show great self-control, ensuring that learning is rarely disrupted. Clear routines contribute to a calm and orderly environment. Rare instances of harassment are quickly and effectively addressed by adults in school. The school offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities. All pupils enjoy taking part in performances, trips and clubs. Pupils from Year 2 to Year 6 say the residential trips are a highlight of their school year. The school plans these additional opportunities carefully to provide experiences that pupils might not otherwise have. This helps pupils to develop their skills and interests beyond the classroom.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
55 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
415 pupils on roll, with places for 450
Schools near Orchard Fields Community School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Banbury | 0.2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 50% met the expected standard |
| Queensway School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 74% met the expected standard |
| William Morris Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 71% met the expected standard |
| Harriers Banbury Academy | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 60% met the expected standard |
| Hill View Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 56% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Ms Sharon Kearns
- Phone
- 01295263324
- Address
- Edmunds Road, Banbury, OX16 0QT
- Local authority
- Oxfordshire
- URN
- 122994
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.