Sherborne Church of England Primary School
URN: 115648 • Cheltenham GL54 3DH
Overview
- Name
- Sherborne Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 115648
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- John Moore (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01451844277
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sherborne, Cheltenham GL54 3DH
Summary
Sherborne Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, serving a mixed-gender population of 56 pupils. The school is situated in a picturesque village within the Cotswolds, offering a nurturing environment that prioritises children's well-being and development. With a focus on creating inquisitive and independent learners, Sherborne aims to provide an enjoyable and memorable educational experience.
The school operates small class sizes, ensuring personalised attention for students. The Hedgehog Class (Reception and Year 1) and Fox Class (Year 2 and 3) each have a maximum of 16-17 children, while the Owl Class (Year 4, 5, and 6) accommodates up to 26. This structure allows for effective teaching and support, with dedicated staff committed to fostering a respectful and caring atmosphere.
Sherborne Church of England Primary also emphasizes mental health and outdoor learning, integrating these elements into the curriculum. The school is involved in the Erasmus+ Project, promoting international collaboration, and consistently achieves results that place it within the top 20% of schools nationally.
The school operates small class sizes, ensuring personalised attention for students. The Hedgehog Class (Reception and Year 1) and Fox Class (Year 2 and 3) each have a maximum of 16-17 children, while the Owl Class (Year 4, 5, and 6) accommodates up to 26. This structure allows for effective teaching and support, with dedicated staff committed to fostering a respectful and caring atmosphere.
Sherborne Church of England Primary also emphasizes mental health and outdoor learning, integrating these elements into the curriculum. The school is involved in the Erasmus+ Project, promoting international collaboration, and consistently achieves results that place it within the top 20% of schools nationally.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Special Educational Needs & Disability (sen)
- Uniform (calendar)
- Home (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Class Pages (other)
- Vision and Values (other)
- Policies (other)
- Hedgehog Class (other)
- School (other)
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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
- 56
- Pupils
- 56
- Boys
- 30
- Girls
- 26
- FSM %
- 5.40
- Open date
- Close date
- 2025-01-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-07-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Gloucestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 56 | 30 | 26 | 56 | 5.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 54 | 28 | 26 | 56 | 5.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 52 | 26 | 26 | 56 | 7.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 52 | 26 | 26 | 56 | 7.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 54 | 24 | 30 | 56 | 9.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 52 | 25 | 27 | 56 | 5.80 |
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