Tibberton Community Primary School and Early Years
133%
Capacity
140
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Tibberton Community Primary School and Early Years
Tibberton Community Primary School and Early Years is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Forest of Dean community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 140 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (133% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Tibberton Community Primary School and Early Years "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Wilson, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
Tibberton Community Primary School and Early Years is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 14 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
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 Tibberton Community Primary School and Early Years include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Athletics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Forest of Dean, Tibberton Community Primary School and Early Years 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 | Orchard Rise, Gloucester, Forest of Dean, GL19 3AQ |
| Headteacher | Sarah Wilson |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 140 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.9% |
| School Capacity | 140 / 105 (133% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
45
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Orchard Rise, Gloucester
Forest of Dean, GL19 3AQ
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