Ellwood Primary School
101%
Capacity
141
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Ellwood Primary School
Ellwood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Forest of Dean community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 141 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Ellwood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Donna Milford, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8340th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 39 in Forest of Dean.
Ellwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 19 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ellwood Primary School include Library, Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Cricket, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Forest of Dean, Ellwood 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Bromley Road, Coleford, Forest of Dean, GL16 7LY |
| Headteacher | Donna Milford |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 141 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.9% |
| School Capacity | 141 / 140 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jun 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8340th of 13,686
Nationally
799th of 1,469
In South West
13th of 39
In Forest of Dean
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
58%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ellwood Primary School
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Contact Information
Bromley Road, Coleford
Forest of Dean, GL16 7LY
Journey to School
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