Great Oldbury Primary Academy
62%
Capacity
196
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Great Oldbury Primary Academy
Great Oldbury Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Stroud community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 196 pupils on roll, operating at 62% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Great Oldbury Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hayley Hall, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
Great Oldbury Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 45 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Great Oldbury Primary Academy include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Football, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Film Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stroud, Great Oldbury Primary Academy 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 | None |
| Address | Veterans Way, Stonehouse, Stroud, GL10 3WH |
| Headteacher | Hayley Hall |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 196 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.1% |
| School Capacity | 196 / 315 (62% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Veterans Way, Stonehouse
Stroud, GL10 3WH
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