English Bicknor Church of England Primary School
55%
Capacity
42
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About English Bicknor Church of England Primary School
English Bicknor 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 55% capacity.
Ofsted has rated English Bicknor Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Isaac, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3919th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 39 in Forest of Dean.
English Bicknor Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 8 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at English Bicknor Church of England Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Library, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Football, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Choir, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Forest of Dean, English Bicknor 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 | English Bicknor, Coleford, Forest of Dean, GL16 7PG |
| Headteacher | Emma Isaac |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 42 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.3% |
| School Capacity | 42 / 77 (55% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3919th of 13,686
Nationally
335th of 1,469
In South West
7th of 39
In Forest of Dean
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
71%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
20
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
English Bicknor, Coleford
Forest of Dean, GL16 7PG
English Bicknor, Coleford
Forest of Dean, GL16 7PG
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