Staunton and Corse Church of England Primary School
113%
Capacity
135
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Staunton and Corse Church of England Primary School
Staunton and Corse Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Forest of Dean community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 135 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 120 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Staunton and Corse Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Isanna Ball, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7931st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 39 in Forest of Dean.
Staunton and Corse Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 15 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
Staunton and Corse Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (25 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Staunton and Corse Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Forest of Dean, Staunton and Corse 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Gloucester Road, Staunton, Gloucester, Forest of Dean, GL19 3RA |
| Headteacher | Isanna Ball |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 135 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.6% |
| School Capacity | 135 / 120 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7931st of 13,686
Nationally
752nd of 1,469
In South West
12th of 39
In Forest of Dean
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
29%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
25 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Staunton and Corse Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Gloucester Road, Staunton, Gloucester
Forest of Dean, GL19 3RA
Gloucester Road, Staunton, Gloucester
Forest of Dean, GL19 3RA
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