The John Moore Primary School
84%
Capacity
301
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About The John Moore Primary School
The John Moore Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tewkesbury community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 301 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 360 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The John Moore Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Lockley, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2626th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 24 in Tewkesbury.
The John Moore Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 44 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The John Moore Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Rounders, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tewkesbury, The John Moore 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Columbine Road, Tewkesbury, Tewkesbury, GL20 7SP |
| Headteacher | Simon Lockley |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 301 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.3% |
| School Capacity | 301 / 360 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2626th of 13,686
Nationally
218th of 1,469
In South West
7th of 24
In Tewkesbury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
75%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Columbine Road, Tewkesbury
Tewkesbury, GL20 7SP
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