Powell's Church of England Primary School
Cirencester, GL7 2DJ · Gloucestershire · primary school
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8th of 218 primary schools in Gloucestershire we can score, 241 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 2,075 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.2/10 among them, against 8.4/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 78.0 · 84 | 40% | 3.36 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Powell's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 15.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.2 out of 10 among them, against 8.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Lower and Upper School Choirs, Recorder Performances, and Phys-E Club. Sports include running, dance, gymnastics, girls football, and multi-sport. Instrumental lessons are available, and an after-school club operates for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 421 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school manage class sizes when the roll exceeds capacity by 1? What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths? How are the choir and recorder groups scheduled alongside regular lessons?
What Ofsted said about Powell's Church of England Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils "excel" and "thrive on the ambition that all adults have for them." It highlights a "shared vision of high-quality education for all" that ensures "no barriers for pupils to achieve well," regardless of their starting points or needs.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exemplary" behaviour and are "extremely motivated," showing positive attitudes towards learning and collaboration.
- The curriculum is designed with "precision," featuring "five curriculum drivers" that link content and enrichment to the school’s vision.
- Phonics teaching is "highly effective," with pupils showing "exceptional levels of accuracy" in word reading and spelling.
- Staff possess "impressive expertise," benefiting from external training and contributing to wider local education.
- Published outcomes are "significantly above the national average," and pupils are "well prepared for the next stage of their education."
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 74% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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