North Cerney Church of England Primary Academy
74%
Capacity
52
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About North Cerney Church of England Primary Academy
North Cerney Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cotswold community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 52 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity.
Ofsted has rated North Cerney Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Suki Pascoe, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 950th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 38 in Cotswold.
North Cerney Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 5 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 1 area, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at North Cerney Church of England Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Dance, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Drama, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cotswold, North Cerney Church of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | North Cerney, Cirencester, Cotswold, GL7 7BZ |
| Headteacher | Suki Pascoe |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 52 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.7% |
| School Capacity | 52 / 70 (74% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
950th of 13,686
Nationally
72nd of 1,469
In South West
5th of 38
In Cotswold
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
83%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed5
16
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About North Cerney Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
North Cerney, Cirencester
Cotswold, GL7 7BZ
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