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St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School Catchment Area

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

St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Carterton, Oxfordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 454 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

454

Pupils

420

Capacity

108%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2020

St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St John the Evangelist CofE VA 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: 454 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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St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School — School Information

Full address
Bluebell Way, Shilton Park, Carterton, OX18 1JF
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
13.9% of pupils
DfE URN
133532

Other Primary Schools in Carterton

If St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Carterton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School

Is St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School currently has 454 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School?

St John the Evangelist CofE VA 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 St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School cover?

St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School is a primary school in Carterton, 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 St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School?

St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.