Southrop Church of England Primary School
68%
Capacity
38
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Southrop Church of England Primary School
Southrop 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 38 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Southrop Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Megan Davies, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
Southrop Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 4 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Southrop Church of England Primary School include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Dance, Rounders, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Drama, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cotswold, Southrop 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 | Southrop, Southrop C of E Primary School, Lechlade, Cotswold, GL7 3NU |
| Headteacher | Megan Davies |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 38 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.4% |
| School Capacity | 38 / 56 (68% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Source: Ofsted, 27 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed4
16
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Southrop, Southrop C of E Primary School, Lechlade
Cotswold, GL7 3NU
Southrop, Southrop C of E Primary School, Lechlade
Cotswold, GL7 3NU
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