Widden Primary School

URN: 115481 • Gloucester GL1 4AW

Overview

Name
Widden Primary School
URN
115481
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
48.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Dave Hill (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Sinope Street, Gloucester GL1 4AW

Summary

Widden Primary School is a mixed community primary school located in Gloucester, serving 363 pupils aged 2 to 11. The school aims to create a nurturing environment where every child can make progress academically, socially, and emotionally. Widden celebrates achievements both inside and outside the classroom, fostering a sense of community and encouraging students to become confident, compassionate learners.

The curriculum at Widden is designed to be broad and balanced, incorporating rich experiences that ignite children's interest in learning. A key focus is on the Design and Technology (DT) curriculum, which encourages creativity and critical thinking through hands-on projects. Students engage in activities that develop their technical skills and understanding of real-world applications, while also considering the ethical implications of design.

Widden Primary School values inclusivity and diversity, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to thrive. With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (41.6%), the school is committed to supporting its community and empowering every child to succeed. Parents are encouraged to get involved and stay informed through regular communications and updates.

Key details

LA
Gloucestershire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
450
Pupils
363
Boys
157
Girls
206
FSM %
41.60
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2023-08-31
Last Ofsted
2022-03-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Gloucestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 363 157 206 450 41.60
2024-09-11 363 157 206 450 41.60
2023-09-11 344 156 188 450 39.80
2022-09-11 344 156 188 450 39.80
2021-09-11 361 171 190 450 37.70
2020-09-11 408 201 207 450 27.70

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