Leonard Stanley Church of England Primary School
94%
Capacity
198
Pupils
4.7x
Demand
About Leonard Stanley Church of England Primary School
Leonard Stanley Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stroud community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 198 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Leonard Stanley Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Milner, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10754th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 52 in Stroud.
Leonard Stanley Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 13 places, making it 4.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
Leonard Stanley Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (61 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Leonard Stanley Church of England Primary School include Art Studios, Forest School, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Football, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stroud, Leonard Stanley 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Bath Road, Stonehouse, Stroud, GL10 3LY |
| Headteacher | Andrew Milner |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 198 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.1% |
| School Capacity | 198 / 210 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10754th of 13,686
Nationally
1057th of 1,469
In South West
41st of 52
In Stroud
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
35%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
61 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
61
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leonard Stanley 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
Bath Road, Stonehouse
Stroud, GL10 3LY
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