St James' Church of England Junior School
86%
Capacity
203
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St James' Church of England Junior School
St James' Church of England Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Gloucester community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 203 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 236 places).
Ofsted has rated St James' Church of England Junior School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Emma Gardiner, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
St James' Church of England Junior School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (13 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St James' Church of England Junior School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Netball, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Chess, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gloucester, St James' Church of England Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Upton Street, Gloucester, Gloucester, GL1 4JU |
| Headteacher | Emma Gardiner |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 203 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.4% |
| School Capacity | 203 / 236 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
13 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
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Contact Information
Upton Street, Gloucester
Gloucester, GL1 4JU
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