Avening Primary School
URN: 115501 • Tetbury GL8 8NF
Overview
- Name
- Avening Primary School
- URN
- 115501
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elizabeth Rushton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- High Street, Tetbury GL8 8NF
Summary
Avening Primary School is a community school located in the Cotswold village of Avening, Gloucestershire, catering to 110 pupils aged 4-11. The school emphasizes respect, resilience, and collaboration, fostering a supportive learning environment where children are encouraged to take responsibility for their education. The dedicated staff and governors focus on the well-being and progress of each child, aiming to develop them into reflective and responsible individuals.
The curriculum at Avening Primary is designed around the National Curriculum and includes subjects such as Maths, English, Science, and French for Key Stage 2 students. In addition to academic learning, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, promoting arts, music, and sports. Facilities include spacious classrooms, playgrounds, and a nature area, enhancing the educational experience.
As part of The Athelstan Trust, Avening Primary collaborates with other schools to share resources and expertise. The school also maintains strong ties with the local community, including regular visits to the nearby Church of the Holy Cross for special celebrations. The school day runs from 8:45 am to 3:15 pm, with a focus on creating a safe and engaging atmosphere for all learners.
The curriculum at Avening Primary is designed around the National Curriculum and includes subjects such as Maths, English, Science, and French for Key Stage 2 students. In addition to academic learning, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, promoting arts, music, and sports. Facilities include spacious classrooms, playgrounds, and a nature area, enhancing the educational experience.
As part of The Athelstan Trust, Avening Primary collaborates with other schools to share resources and expertise. The school also maintains strong ties with the local community, including regular visits to the nearby Church of the Holy Cross for special celebrations. The school day runs from 8:45 am to 3:15 pm, with a focus on creating a safe and engaging atmosphere for all learners.
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Key details
- LA
- Gloucestershire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 112
- Pupils
- 110
- Boys
- 64
- Girls
- 46
- FSM %
- 11.80
- Open date
- Close date
- 2023-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-02-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Gloucestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 110 | 64 | 46 | 112 | 11.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 110 | 64 | 46 | 112 | 11.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 111 | 64 | 47 | 112 | 12.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 111 | 64 | 47 | 112 | 12.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 108 | 63 | 45 | 112 | 15.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 114 | 68 | 46 | 112 | 13.20 |
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