Sharpness Primary School
81%
Capacity
114
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Sharpness Primary School
Sharpness Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stroud community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 114 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Sharpness Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Buckingham, 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 1046th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 52 in Stroud.
Sharpness Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 24 applications for 16 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
Sharpness Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sharpness Primary School include Gymnasium, Forest School, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stroud, Sharpness 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | New Town, Berkeley, Stroud, GL13 9NU |
| Headteacher | Helen Buckingham |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 114 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.3% |
| School Capacity | 114 / 140 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1046th of 13,686
Nationally
83rd of 1,469
In South West
4th of 52
In Stroud
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed16
24
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sharpness Primary School
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Contact Information
New Town, Berkeley
Stroud, GL13 9NU
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