St Gregory's Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About St Gregory's Catholic Primary School
St Gregory's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Stratford-on-Avon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Gregory's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Cole, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1423rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 52 in Stratford-on-Avon.
St Gregory's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 85 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
St Gregory's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (76 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Gregory's Catholic Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Rounders, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stratford-on-Avon, St Gregory's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Avenue Road, Stratford-upon-Avon, Stratford-on-Avon, CV37 6UZ |
| Headteacher | Laura Cole |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.7% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Mar 2025): Improved significantly
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1423rd of 13,686
Nationally
138th of 1,378
In West Midlands
11th of 52
In Stratford-on-Avon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
76 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
85
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Gregory's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Avenue Road, Stratford-upon-Avon
Stratford-on-Avon, CV37 6UZ
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