Bledington Primary School
76%
Capacity
78
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Bledington Primary School
Bledington 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 78 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Bledington Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jill Kewley, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3817th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 38 in Cotswold.
Bledington Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 11 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bledington Primary School include Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Library, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Chess, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cotswold, Bledington 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 | Old Burford Road, Chipping Norton, Cotswold, OX7 6US |
| Headteacher | Jill Kewley |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 78 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.4% |
| School Capacity | 78 / 103 (76% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3817th of 13,686
Nationally
326th of 1,469
In South West
13th of 38
In Cotswold
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
71%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
39
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bledington Primary School
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Contact Information
Old Burford Road, Chipping Norton
Cotswold, OX7 6US
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