Brailes Church of England Primary School
78%
Capacity
105
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Brailes Church of England Primary School
Brailes Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stratford-on-Avon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 105 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brailes Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Heather Childs, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4584th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 52 in Stratford-on-Avon.
Brailes Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 15 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
Brailes Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 76% recommending the school (17 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brailes Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Football, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stratford-on-Avon, Brailes Church of England Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Lower Brailes, Banbury, Stratford-on-Avon, OX15 5AP |
| Headteacher | Heather Childs |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 105 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.3% |
| School Capacity | 105 / 135 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4584th of 13,686
Nationally
450th of 1,378
In West Midlands
22nd of 52
In Stratford-on-Avon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
17 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
51
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Brailes Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Lower Brailes, Banbury
Stratford-on-Avon, OX15 5AP
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