Primrose Hill Church of England Primary Academy
100%
Capacity
210
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Primrose Hill Church of England Primary Academy
Primrose Hill Church of England Primary Academy 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 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Primrose Hill Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Mignaud, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11094th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 39 in Forest of Dean.
Primrose Hill Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 30 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 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 Primrose Hill Church of England Primary Academy include Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Athletics, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Science Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Forest of Dean, Primrose Hill 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 | School Crescent, Lydney, Forest of Dean, GL15 5TA |
| Headteacher | Emma Mignaud |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.0% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11094th of 13,686
Nationally
1101st of 1,469
In South West
25th of 39
In Forest of Dean
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
48%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Primrose Hill Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
School Crescent, Lydney
Forest of Dean, GL15 5TA
Journey to School
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