Mill Lane Community Primary School

URN: 123036 • Chinnor OX39 4RF

Overview

Name
Mill Lane Community Primary School
URN
123036
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Tineke van der Ploeg (since 2020) , Headteacher
Previous head
tTineke van der Ploeg, Headteacher
Telephone
01844352106
Website
Visit
Address
Mill Lane, Chinnor OX39 4RF

Summary

Mill Lane Community Primary School, located in Chinnor, Oxfordshire, is a one-form entry community school catering to 228 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. Established in 1974, the school is set in extensive grounds at the foot of the Chiltern Hills, providing a stimulating environment for children to grow and thrive. The school prides itself on fostering a secure and nurturing atmosphere where each child is valued as an individual.

The curriculum at Mill Lane is designed to support the holistic development of pupils, encompassing emotional, social, and academic skills. The school has a strong focus on inclusivity, ensuring that all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), receive the support they need to achieve their potential. Pupils engage in a wide range of subjects, including arts, sciences, and physical education, and benefit from hands-on experiences, such as caring for school animals.

Mill Lane also offers a nursery class, which allows for continuity in education from the age of three. The school community is characterized by a commitment to high aspirations for all pupils, and the positive feedback from Ofsted highlights the vibrant and welcoming environment that encourages children to become responsible members of their community.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
228
Boys
121
Girls
107
FSM %
9.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 228 121 107 210 9.60
2024-09-11 236 127 109 210 10.20
2023-09-11 234 128 106 210 10.00
2022-09-11 234 128 106 210 10.00
2021-09-11 230 123 107 210 10.00
2020-09-11 225 118 107 210 6.80

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