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Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Abingdon, Oxfordshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 168 pupils, and a capacity of 196 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

4–11

Age range

168

Pupils

196

Capacity

86%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School is managed by Oxfordshire and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Oxfordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Oxfordshire catchment area documents →

Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School — School Information

Full address
Church Road, Appleton, Abingdon, OX13 5JL
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
7.1% of pupils
DfE URN
123219

Other Primary Schools in Abingdon

If Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Abingdon are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School

Is Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School oversubscribed?

Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School has a capacity of 196 places and currently has 168 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Oxfordshire.

What is the admissions policy for Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School?

Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Oxfordshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School cover?

Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School is a primary school in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School?

Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.