Clearwater Church of England Primary Academy
66%
Capacity
307
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Clearwater Church of England Primary Academy
Clearwater Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Gloucester community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 307 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Clearwater Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Walters, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10769th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 25 in Gloucester.
Clearwater Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 133 applications for 60 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Clearwater Church of England Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Dance, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gloucester, Clearwater Church of England Primary Academy 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Clearwater Drive, Gloucester, Gloucester, GL2 4GH |
| Headteacher | David Walters |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 307 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.8% |
| School Capacity | 307 / 464 (66% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10769th of 13,686
Nationally
1061st of 1,469
In South West
15th of 25
In Gloucester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
133
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Clearwater Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Clearwater Drive, Gloucester
Gloucester, GL2 4GH
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