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St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley Catchment Area

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

St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley is a academy sponsor led primary school in Oxford, Oxfordshire , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 316 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

5–11

Age range

316

Pupils

420

Capacity

75%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley 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.

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St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley — School Information

Full address
Temple Road, Cowley, Oxford, OX4 2HB
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
30.6% of pupils
DfE URN
140556

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If St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Oxford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley

Is St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley oversubscribed?

St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley has a capacity of 420 places and currently has 316 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Oxfordshire.

What is the admissions policy for St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley?

St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley 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 St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley cover?

St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley is a primary school in Oxford, Oxfordshire, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley?

St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.