Elmbridge Primary School
100%
Capacity
628
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Elmbridge Primary School
Elmbridge Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gloucester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 628 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Elmbridge Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher G Tharia, 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 8348th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 25 in Gloucester.
Elmbridge Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 225 applications for 90 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 107 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Elmbridge Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gloucester, Elmbridge 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 | Elmbridge Road, Gloucester, Gloucester, GL2 0PE |
| Headteacher | G Tharia |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 628 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.1% |
| School Capacity | 628 / 630 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Sept 2023): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Apr 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8348th of 13,686
Nationally
800th of 1,469
In South West
11th of 25
In Gloucester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
225
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
107 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Elmbridge Road, Gloucester
Gloucester, GL2 0PE
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