Powell's Church of England Primary School
100%
Capacity
421
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Powell's Church of England Primary School
Powell's 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 421 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Helen Cooper, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1862nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 38 in Cotswold.
Powell's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 122 applications for 60 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 79 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Powell's Church of England Primary School include Art Studios, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cross Country, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cotswold, Powell's 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 | Gloucester Street, Cirencester, Cotswold, GL7 2DJ |
| Headteacher | Helen Cooper |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 421 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.5% |
| School Capacity | 421 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1862nd of 13,686
Nationally
168th of 1,469
In South West
8th of 38
In Cotswold
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
78%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
122
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
79 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Powell's Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Gloucester Street, Cirencester
Cotswold, GL7 2DJ
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