Gorsemoor Primary School

About Gorsemoor Primary School

Gorsemoor Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cannock Chase community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 413 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Gorsemoor Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emilie Lees, Nicki Costello, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9489th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 23 in Cannock Chase.

Gorsemoor Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 112 applications for 57 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Gorsemoor Primary School include Art Studios, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Cricket, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Book Club, Gardening and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Cannock Chase, Gorsemoor Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

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