Horsley Church of England Primary School
94%
Capacity
99
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Horsley Church of England Primary School
Horsley Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stroud community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 99 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Horsley Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gary Price, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5977th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 52 in Stroud.
Horsley Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 13 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
Horsley Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (48 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Horsley Church of England Primary School include Forest School, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Dance, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stroud, Horsley 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 | The Street, Stroud, Stroud, GL6 0PU |
| Headteacher | Gary Price |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 99 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.1% |
| School Capacity | 99 / 105 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Dec 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5977th of 13,686
Nationally
553rd of 1,469
In South West
25th of 52
In Stroud
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
48 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
27
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Horsley 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 Street, Stroud
Stroud, GL6 0PU
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