Bibury Church of England Primary School
51%
Capacity
27
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Bibury Church of England Primary School
Bibury Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cotswold community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 27 pupils on roll, operating at 51% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bibury Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Suki Pascoe, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13102nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 38 in Cotswold.
Bibury Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 8 applications for 2 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 2 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bibury Church of England Primary School include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Dance, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cotswold, Bibury Church of England Primary 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 | Church Road, Cirencester, Cotswold, GL7 5NR |
| Headteacher | Suki Pascoe |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 27 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.6% |
| School Capacity | 27 / 53 (51% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13102nd of 13,686
Nationally
1387th of 1,469
In South West
37th of 38
In Cotswold
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
33%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
33%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed2
8
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
2 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bibury Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Road, Cirencester
Cotswold, GL7 5NR
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