Hope Brook CofE Primary School
103%
Capacity
122
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Hope Brook CofE Primary School
Hope Brook CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Forest of Dean community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 122 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 119 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hope Brook CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rosie Marks, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
Hope Brook CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 16 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hope Brook CofE Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Forest of Dean, Hope Brook CofE 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Road, Longhope, Forest of Dean, GL17 0LA |
| Headteacher | Rosie Marks |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 122 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.3% |
| School Capacity | 122 / 119 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jul 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Jul 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jul 2011. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Road, Longhope
Forest of Dean, GL17 0LA
Journey to School
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