Thomas Jolyffe Primary School
82%
Capacity
345
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Thomas Jolyffe Primary School
Thomas Jolyffe Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stratford-on-Avon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 345 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Thomas Jolyffe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Philippa Liversidge, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11890th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 52 in Stratford-on-Avon.
Thomas Jolyffe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 38 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thomas Jolyffe Primary School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Rounders, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stratford-on-Avon, Thomas Jolyffe Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Clopton Road, Stratford-upon-Avon, Stratford-on-Avon, CV37 6TE |
| Headteacher | Philippa Liversidge |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 345 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.1% |
| School Capacity | 345 / 420 (82% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2024): School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jan 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11890th of 13,686
Nationally
1234th of 1,378
In West Midlands
45th of 52
In Stratford-on-Avon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
4%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
68
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Clopton Road, Stratford-upon-Avon
Stratford-on-Avon, CV37 6TE
Clopton Road, Stratford-upon-Avon
Stratford-on-Avon, CV37 6TE
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