Cirencester Primary School
75%
Capacity
316
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Cirencester Primary School
Cirencester Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cotswold community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 316 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cirencester Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Maria Miles, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7175th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 38 in Cotswold.
Cirencester Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Cirencester Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cirencester Primary School include Art Studios, Forest School, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cotswold, Cirencester 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Victoria Road, Cirencester, Cotswold, GL7 1EX |
| Headteacher | Maria Miles |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 316 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.7% |
| School Capacity | 316 / 420 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7175th of 13,686
Nationally
675th of 1,469
In South West
20th of 38
In Cotswold
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
32%
'23/24
62%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cirencester Primary School
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Contact Information
Victoria Road, Cirencester
Cotswold, GL7 1EX
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