Shipston-on-Stour Primary School
96%
Capacity
404
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Shipston-on-Stour Primary School
Shipston-on-Stour Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Stratford-on-Avon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 404 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Shipston-on-Stour Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Glyn Roberts, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3746th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 52 in Stratford-on-Avon.
Shipston-on-Stour Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 49 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shipston-on-Stour Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Dance, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Coding, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stratford-on-Avon, Shipston-on-Stour Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands 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 | None |
| Address | Station Road, Shipston-on-Stour, Stratford-on-Avon, CV36 4BT |
| Headteacher | Glyn Roberts |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 404 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.7% |
| School Capacity | 404 / 420 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 1 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3746th of 13,686
Nationally
356th of 1,378
In West Midlands
19th of 52
In Stratford-on-Avon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed49
68
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (71% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Station Road, Shipston-on-Stour
Stratford-on-Avon, CV36 4BT
Station Road, Shipston-on-Stour
Stratford-on-Avon, CV36 4BT
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