Birdlip Primary School
95%
Capacity
100
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Birdlip Primary School
Birdlip Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cotswold community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 100 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Birdlip Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Pugh, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2063rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 38 in Cotswold.
Birdlip Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 15 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Birdlip Primary School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Tennis, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cotswold, Birdlip 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Birdlip, Gloucester, Cotswold, GL4 8JH |
| Headteacher | James Pugh |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 100 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.0% |
| School Capacity | 100 / 105 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2063rd of 13,686
Nationally
183rd of 1,469
In South West
9th of 38
In Cotswold
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
77%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
53
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Birdlip, Gloucester
Cotswold, GL4 8JH
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