St Paul's Church of England Primary School
Gloucester, GL1 5BD · Gloucestershire · primary school
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173rd 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.1/10 against 2,115 of them, against 2.0/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 47.0 · 15 | 40% | 0.60 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Paul's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 47.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join French, Origami, Art Club, Young Voices, Board Games, Yoga Club, Parachute Games, and Red Eagle Martial Arts clubs. Sports include Girls' Football, Ball Skills, and Cricket. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 233 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
What specific support is provided for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in maths? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about St Paul's Church of England Primary School
Overview
St Paul’s Church of England Primary School is described as an inclusive environment where pupils are “happy and safe” and actively embrace the mission to “make a difference to everyone”. The inspection found that governors, leaders, and staff share a “clear and determined vision” for pupils to gain the knowledge and skills needed to succeed, particularly supporting the high number of disadvantaged pupils and those with English as an additional language.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “positive attitudes to learning”, conduct themselves well, and “discuss and debate ideas thoughtfully”.
- The curriculum is “well-planned and implemented”, allowing pupils to build knowledge cumulatively, with particular success in early years language development and history.
- An “effective early reading programme” helps pupils improve accuracy and fluency, fostering a strong love of literature.
- The school provides “high-quality pastoral support”, with parents speaking “very positively” about the care their children receive.
- Leaders are “highly reflective” and use professional development effectively to enhance teaching quality.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the school must identify and teach the “essential knowledge and skills” pupils need, as current gaps mean pupils do not develop the same “depth of understanding” as in other subjects.
- The school’s work to improve attendance, particularly for pupils who are frequently absent, is noted as “ongoing”.
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 | 34% |
| 2023/24 | 37% |
| 2024/25 | 47% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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