Blockley Church of England Primary School
103%
Capacity
144
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Blockley Church of England Primary School
Blockley Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cotswold community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 144 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Blockley Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ann Barry, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3372nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 38 in Cotswold.
Blockley Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 19 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Blockley Church of England Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Netball, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Chess, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cotswold, Blockley 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Park Road, Moreton-in-Marsh, Cotswold, GL56 9BY |
| Headteacher | Ann Barry |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 144 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.5% |
| School Capacity | 144 / 140 (103% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3372nd of 13,686
Nationally
294th of 1,469
In South West
11th of 38
In Cotswold
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
73%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Blockley Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Park Road, Moreton-in-Marsh
Cotswold, GL56 9BY
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