Fairford Church of England Primary School
100%
Capacity
320
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Fairford Church of England Primary School
Fairford Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cotswold community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 320 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 320 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Julie Fellows, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3604th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 38 in Cotswold.
Fairford Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 29 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Fairford Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (66 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fairford Church of England Primary School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Library, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Netball, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Coding, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cotswold, Fairford 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | The Park, Fairford, Cotswold, GL7 4JQ |
| Headteacher | Julie Fellows |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 320 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.8% |
| School Capacity | 320 / 320 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (20 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3604th of 13,686
Nationally
313th of 1,469
In South West
12th of 38
In Cotswold
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
26%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
72%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
66 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
51
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fairford 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
The Park, Fairford
Cotswold, GL7 4JQ
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