Northleach Church of England Primary School
63%
Capacity
111
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Northleach Church of England Primary School
Northleach Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cotswold community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 111 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Northleach Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kirsty Williams, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11727th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 38 in Cotswold.
Northleach Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 16 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 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 Northleach Church of England Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Dance, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Science Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cotswold, Northleach 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 | Mill End, Cheltenham, Cotswold, GL54 3HJ |
| Headteacher | Kirsty Williams |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 111 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.3% |
| School Capacity | 111 / 175 (63% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 9 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11727th of 13,686
Nationally
1169th of 1,469
In South West
29th of 38
In Cotswold
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
84%
'23/24
45%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
27
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Northleach Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Mill End, Cheltenham
Cotswold, GL54 3HJ
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