Cold Aston Church of England Primary School
52%
Capacity
55
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Cold Aston Church of England Primary School
Cold Aston Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cotswold community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 55 pupils on roll, operating at 52% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Cold Aston Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Rawlings, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8928th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 38 in Cotswold.
Cold Aston Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 21 applications for 7 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
Cold Aston Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (34 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 1 area, including Moderate Learning Difficulty. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cold Aston Church of England Primary School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 1.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cotswold, Cold Aston 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 | Cold Aston, Cheltenham, Cotswold, GL54 3BN |
| Headteacher | Alison Rawlings |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 55 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 1.8% |
| School Capacity | 55 / 105 (52% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8928th of 13,686
Nationally
859th of 1,469
In South West
22nd of 38
In Cotswold
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
34 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
2025/26Oversubscribed7
21
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
6 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 Cold Aston Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Cold Aston, Cheltenham
Cotswold, GL54 3BN
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