Swell Church of England Primary School
64%
Capacity
36
Pupils
6.0x
Demand
About Swell Church of England Primary School
Swell 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 36 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Swell Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Rawlings, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6970th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 38 in Cotswold.
Swell Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 12 applications for 2 places, making it 6.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 2 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 Swell Church of England Primary School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Swimming, Football, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Book Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cotswold, Swell 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 | Lower Swell, Cotswold, Cotswold, GL54 1LH |
| Headteacher | Alison Rawlings |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 36 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.2% |
| School Capacity | 36 / 56 (64% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2017Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Oct 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6970th of 13,686
Nationally
658th of 1,469
In South West
18th of 38
In Cotswold
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed2
12
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
2 families put this school as their 1st choice (17% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Swell Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Lower Swell, Cotswold
Cotswold, GL54 1LH
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