Widden Primary School
105%
Capacity
443
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Widden Primary School
Widden Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gloucester community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 443 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Widden Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Kirstin Couto, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 20% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13558th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 25 in Gloucester.
Widden Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 33 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Widden Primary School include Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Science Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gloucester, Widden 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 | Sinope Street, Gloucester, Gloucester, GL1 4AW |
| Headteacher | Kirstin Couto |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 443 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.8% |
| School Capacity | 443 / 420 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (20%)
13558th of 13,686
Nationally
1451st of 1,469
In South West
25th of 25
In Gloucester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
20%
Expected Standard
0%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed33
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sinope Street, Gloucester
Gloucester, GL1 4AW
Sinope Street, Gloucester
Gloucester, GL1 4AW
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