Best 3 Primary schools in Gloucestershire – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Powell's Church of England Primary School (Primary) in Cirencester; Upton St Leonards Church of England Primary School (Primary) in Gloucester; Northway Infant School (Primary) in Tewkesbury — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Powell's Church of England Primary School, Upton St Leonards Church of England Primary School and Northway Infant School. They are primary phase and voluntary aided school, voluntary controlled school and academy converter type located around Cirencester, Gloucestershire, Gloucester, Gloucestershire and Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Powell's Church of England Primary School), published Sep 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Powell's Church of England Primary School (Sep 2024). average roll around ≈ 300, combined total ≈ 950, typical FSM 5–10%, range 5–10%–10–15%; all within the Gloucestershire Learning Alliance trust.

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Attribute	Powell's Church of England Primary School GL7 2DJ	Upton St Leonards Church of England Primary School GL4 8ED	Northway Infant School GL20 8PT
Phase / Type	Primary • Voluntary aided school	Primary • Voluntary controlled school	Primary • Academy converter
Location	Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 2DJ	Gloucester Gloucestershire GL4 8ED	Tewkesbury Gloucestershire GL20 8PT
Latest Ofsted	1 10 Sep 2024	1 9 Sep 2024	1 23 Apr 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	420	420	180
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Gloucestershire (916)	Gloucestershire (916)	Gloucestershire Learning Alliance
Website	www.powells.gloucs.sch.uk	www.upton-st-leonards.co.uk	www.northwayinfants.co.uk
Telephone	01285653799	01452616109	01684293447
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Powell's Church of England Primary School

GL7 2DJ

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location: Cirencester
Gloucestershire
GL7 2DJ
Ofsted: 1 10 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Gloucestershire (916)
Website: www.powells.gloucs.sch.uk
Telephone: 01285653799

Upton St Leonards Church of England Primary School

GL4 8ED

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary controlled school
Location: Gloucester
Gloucestershire
GL4 8ED
Ofsted: 1 9 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Gloucestershire (916)
Website: www.upton-st-leonards.co.uk
Telephone: 01452616109

Northway Infant School

GL20 8PT

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Tewkesbury
Gloucestershire
GL20 8PT
Ofsted: 1 23 Apr 2024
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Gloucestershire Learning Alliance
Website: www.northwayinfants.co.uk
Telephone: 01684293447

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.