Soudley School
53%
Capacity
41
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Soudley School
Soudley School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Forest of Dean community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 41 pupils on roll, operating at 53% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Soudley School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Mel Davis, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10527th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 39 in Forest of Dean.
Soudley School is a popular choice with families — it received 14 applications for 7 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Soudley School include Sensory Room, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Cross Country, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Drama, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Forest of Dean, Soudley 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 | Soudley, Cinderford, Forest of Dean, GL14 2UA |
| Headteacher | Mel Davis |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 41 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.1% |
| School Capacity | 41 / 77 (53% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10527th of 13,686
Nationally
1029th of 1,469
In South West
20th of 39
In Forest of Dean
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
30%
'23/24
50%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
14
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Soudley, Cinderford
Forest of Dean, GL14 2UA
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