Bussage Church of England Primary School
89%
Capacity
187
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Bussage Church of England Primary School
Bussage Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stroud community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 187 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Bussage Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Z White, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5392nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 52 in Stroud.
Bussage Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 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 Bussage Church of England Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Chess, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stroud, Bussage 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 | The Ridgeway, Stroud, Stroud, GL6 8FW |
| Headteacher | Z White |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 187 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.0% |
| School Capacity | 187 / 210 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 8 Feb 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5392nd of 13,686
Nationally
497th of 1,469
In South West
22nd of 52
In Stroud
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
67%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bussage Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
The Ridgeway, Stroud
Stroud, GL6 8FW
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