Amberley Parochial School
97%
Capacity
102
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Amberley Parochial School
Amberley Parochial School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stroud community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 102 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Amberley Parochial School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Flight, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 543rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 52 in Stroud.
Amberley Parochial School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 15 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Amberley Parochial School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Cricket, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Chess, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stroud, Amberley Parochial School is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Amberley, Stroud, Stroud, GL5 5JG |
| Headteacher | Alison Flight |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 102 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.9% |
| School Capacity | 102 / 105 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 13 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
543rd of 13,686
Nationally
46th of 1,469
In South West
2nd of 52
In Stroud
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
93%
'23/24
87%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
57
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Amberley, Stroud
Stroud, GL5 5JG
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