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Charlton Primary School Catchment Area

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

Charlton Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Wantage, Oxfordshire , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 450 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

450

Pupils

420

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Charlton Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Charlton Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Oxfordshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 450 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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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Charlton Primary School — School Information

Full address
Charlton Village Road, Wantage, OX12 7HG
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
8.1% of pupils
DfE URN
140237

Other Primary Schools in Wantage

If Charlton Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Wantage are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Charlton Primary School

Is Charlton Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Charlton Primary School currently has 450 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Charlton Primary School?

Admission to Charlton Primary School is managed by Oxfordshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Charlton Primary School cover?

Charlton Primary School is a primary school in Wantage, Oxfordshire, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Charlton Primary School?

Charlton Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.