Littledean Church of England Primary School
66%
Capacity
69
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Littledean Church of England Primary School
Littledean Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Forest of Dean community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 69 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Littledean Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Hayley McGoldrick, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 21% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13542nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 39 in Forest of Dean.
Littledean Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 21 applications for 8 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Littledean Church of England Primary School include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Football, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Book Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Forest of Dean, Littledean 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 | Church Street, Cinderford, Forest of Dean, GL14 3NL |
| Headteacher | Hayley McGoldrick |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 69 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.0% |
| School Capacity | 69 / 105 (66% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (21%)
13542nd of 13,686
Nationally
1450th of 1,469
In South West
39th of 39
In Forest of Dean
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
21%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
21%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
21
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Littledean Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Street, Cinderford
Forest of Dean, GL14 3NL
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