Whitminster Endowed Church of England Primary School
98%
Capacity
103
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Whitminster Endowed Church of England Primary School
Whitminster Endowed Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stroud community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 103 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Whitminster Endowed Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Parry-Jones, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3909th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 52 in Stroud.
Whitminster Endowed Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 12 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 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 Whitminster Endowed Church of England Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Athletics, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stroud, Whitminster Endowed 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 | School Lane, Gloucester, Stroud, GL2 7PJ |
| Headteacher | Alison Parry-Jones |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 103 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.6% |
| School Capacity | 103 / 105 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 May 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jul 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3909th of 13,686
Nationally
332nd of 1,469
In South West
14th of 52
In Stroud
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
71%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
40
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Gloucester
Stroud, GL2 7PJ
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