St John's C of E Academy, Coleford
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data. Admissions policy: Non-selective
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Overall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
St John's excels at supporting every child, especially those facing challenges or with additional needs. The school creates a warm, caring environment where children thrive academically and personally, with strong results in reading and writing. Parents particularly praise the school's support for children with special needs and the wealth of opportunities available to all pupils.
Key Strengths
- Early years provision is exceptional with vibrant, engaging learning spaces where children thrive
- Pupils achieve particularly well in phonics and reading, with significant improvements in writing and handwriting
- Strong inclusive approach with well-targeted support helping disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND make steady progress
- Excellent attendance rates above the national average, supported by effective strategies
- Warm, caring relationships between staff and children create a secure, supportive environment
Areas for Improvement
- Some inconsistencies in how effectively teachers deliver the curriculum in certain lessons
- Some tasks do not build sufficiently on previous learning, limiting progress in some lessons
- Pupils have limited knowledge of the range of cultures and religions found across Britain
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met with an open and positive culture where all legal requirements are fulfilled and pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Sports clubs, arts clubs, games clubs, residential trips with canoeing and climbing, house captain roles, eco-councillor positions, lunchtime clubs run by pupils, online safety sessions, assembly-based learning activities
St John's C of E Academy is a strong performing school with an ambitious curriculum and inclusive approach. Leaders are determined to provide high-quality education, particularly for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs.
At a Glance
36.1%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has declined from 77% to 58%. Maths has improved from 63% to 75%. Writing has improved from 73% to 79%.
Class Sizes
25.7
Avg class size
22.0
Infant (KS1)
6
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
74%
Available places
155 pupils
210 capacity
55 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Coleford
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Coleford
Admissions Demand - Gloucestershire
Places available
7,383
Applications
5,834
Got 1st preference
91.9%
Got preferred school
98.5%
Primary admissions across Gloucestershire (2025/26)
Inspection History(104)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
4.05683%
Overall absence
7.85714%
Persistent absence
140
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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