Oakridge Parochial School
81%
Capacity
34
Pupils
4.3x
Demand
About Oakridge Parochial School
Oakridge Parochial School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stroud community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 34 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 42 places).
Ofsted has rated Oakridge Parochial School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Broadbent, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
Oakridge Parochial School is a popular choice with families — it received 13 applications for 3 places, making it 4.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
Oakridge Parochial School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.0/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oakridge Parochial School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stroud, Oakridge Parochial 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 | Oakridge Lynch, Stroud, Stroud, GL6 7NR |
| Headteacher | Sarah Broadbent |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 34 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.6% |
| School Capacity | 34 / 42 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Dec 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed3
13
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Oakridge Lynch, Stroud
Stroud, GL6 7NR
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