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Buckland Church of England Primary School Catchment Area

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

Buckland Church of England Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Faringdon, Oxfordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 117 pupils, and a capacity of 105 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

117

Pupils

105

Capacity

111%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2016

Buckland Church of England Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Buckland Church of England 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 117 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 105 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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.

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Buckland Church of England Primary School — School Information

Full address
Summerside, Faringdon, SN7 8RB
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
1.7% of pupils
DfE URN
140278

Other Primary Schools in Faringdon

If Buckland Church of England Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Faringdon are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Buckland Church of England Primary School

Is Buckland Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Buckland Church of England Primary School currently has 117 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 105 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Buckland Church of England Primary School?

Buckland Church of England 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 Buckland Church of England Primary School cover?

Buckland Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Faringdon, Oxfordshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Buckland Church of England Primary School?

Buckland Church of England Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.