Blue Coat CofE Primary School

URN: 115734 • Wotton-under-Edge GL12 7BD

Overview

Name
Blue Coat CofE Primary School
URN
115734
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Glyn Jones (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01453525020
Website
Visit
Address
Symn Lane, Wotton-under-Edge GL12 7BD

Summary

Blue Coat CofE Primary School, located in Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, is a voluntary aided primary school with a mixed-gender student body of 316 pupils, slightly exceeding its capacity of 315. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment rooted in Christian values, aiming to prepare students for their future through a vision of 'Future Readiness' based on the teachings of love and empathy.

The curriculum at Blue Coat is designed around a problem-based approach, emphasizing long-term memory retention and cultural capital. It incorporates a range of subjects, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education while also focusing on early reading and phonics. The school promotes a holistic understanding of emotional and mental health, offering support through its PSHE curriculum and dedicated staff, including an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) and a trainee play therapist.

As a Church of England school, Blue Coat places significant importance on its Christian distinctiveness, encouraging pupils to reflect on their beliefs and respect diverse perspectives. This approach not only enriches the educational experience but also fosters a strong sense of community within the school and the wider locality.

Key details

LA
Gloucestershire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
315
Pupils
316
Boys
162
Girls
154
FSM %
10.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Gloucestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 316 162 154 315 10.10
2024-09-11 314 158 156 315 10.20
2023-09-11 296 156 140 315 8.40
2022-09-11 296 156 140 315 8.40
2021-09-11 303 162 141 315 6.90
2020-09-11 296 166 130 315 6.80

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