Stratford-sub-Castle Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
101%
Capacity
148
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Stratford-sub-Castle Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Stratford-sub-Castle Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 148 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 147 places).
Ofsted has rated Stratford-sub-Castle Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Justine Watkins, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9713th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 98th out of 159 in Wiltshire.
Stratford-sub-Castle Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 20 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stratford-sub-Castle Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Swimming, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Drama, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Stratford-sub-Castle Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 | Stratford Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3LL |
| Headteacher | Justine Watkins |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 148 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.2% |
| School Capacity | 148 / 147 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9713th of 13,686
Nationally
950th of 1,469
In South West
98th of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
54%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
65
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stratford-sub-Castle Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Stratford Road, Salisbury
Wiltshire, SP1 3LL
Journey to School
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