Thrupp School
100%
Capacity
140
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Thrupp School
Thrupp School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stroud community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 140 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 140 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thrupp School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Donna Mylechreest, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 95% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 88th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 52 in Stroud.
Thrupp School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 20 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Thrupp School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 6 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (91 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thrupp School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stroud, Thrupp 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Thrupp Lane, Stroud, Stroud, GL5 2EN |
| Headteacher | Donna Mylechreest |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 140 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| School Capacity | 140 / 140 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (95%)
88th of 13,686
Nationally
11th of 1,469
In South West
1st of 52
In Stroud
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
95%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
95%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
91 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
70
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Thrupp School
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Contact Information
Thrupp Lane, Stroud
Stroud, GL5 2EN
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