Clearwell Church of England Primary School
60%
Capacity
42
Pupils
7.5x
Demand
About Clearwell Church of England Primary School
Clearwell Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Forest of Dean community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 42 pupils on roll, operating at 60% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Clearwell Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Jones, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 29% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13295th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 39 in Forest of Dean.
Clearwell Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 15 applications for 2 places, making it 7.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 2 were first-preference applications.
Clearwell 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 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Clearwell Church of England Primary School include Art Studios, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Tennis, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Book Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Forest of Dean, Clearwell 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 | Church Road, Coleford, Forest of Dean, GL16 8LG |
| Headteacher | Joanne Jones |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 42 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.8% |
| School Capacity | 42 / 70 (60% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Dec 2024): Some aspects not as strong
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (29%)
13295th of 13,686
Nationally
1413th of 1,469
In South West
36th of 39
In Forest of Dean
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
29%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
29%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed2
15
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
2 families put this school as their 1st choice (13% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Clearwell Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Church Road, Coleford
Forest of Dean, GL16 8LG
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