Stratton Church of England Primary School
94%
Capacity
197
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Stratton Church of England Primary School
Stratton 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 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Stratton Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher C Towler, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10906th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 38 in Cotswold.
Stratton Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 14 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stratton Church of England Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Science Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cotswold, Stratton 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 | Thessaly Road, Cirencester, Cotswold, GL7 2NG |
| Headteacher | C Towler |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.1% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 210 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10906th of 13,686
Nationally
1077th of 1,469
In South West
28th of 38
In Cotswold
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
50%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
51
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stratton Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Thessaly Road, Cirencester
Cotswold, GL7 2NG
Journey to School
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