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John Hampden Primary School Catchment Area

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

John Hampden Primary School is a community primary school in Thame, Oxfordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 448 pupils, and a capacity of 418 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

448

Pupils

418

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

John Hampden Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for John Hampden Primary School is set by Oxfordshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Currently oversubscribed: 448 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 418 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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John Hampden Primary School — School Information

Full address
Park Street, Thame, OX9 3HU
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
13.8% of pupils
DfE URN
123076

Other Primary Schools in Thame

If John Hampden Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Thame are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — John Hampden Primary School

Is John Hampden Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — John Hampden Primary School currently has 448 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 418 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for John Hampden Primary School?

Admission to John Hampden 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 John Hampden Primary School cover?

John Hampden Primary School is a primary school in Thame, 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 John Hampden Primary School?

John Hampden Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.