What is the best primary school in Gloucester?

On our composite score, Deerhurst and Apperley Church of England Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Gloucester, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Gloucester?

There are 63 primary schools in Gloucester with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Gloucester ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Gloucester?

Applications for Reception places in Gloucester starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Gloucester

Compare 63 top-rated primary schools in Gloucester, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Deerhurst and Apperley Church of England Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Deerhurst and Apperley Church of England Primary School vs Birdlip Primary School

The best primary schools in Gloucester

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Deerhurst and Apperley Church of England Primary School

Birdlip Primary School

Cranham Church of England Primary School

Hempsted Church of England Primary School

Dinglewell Junior School

Castle Hill Primary School

Field Court Junior School

Longford Park Primary Academy

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Highnam CofE Primary Academy

Slimbridge Primary School

Lakefield CofE Primary School

Upton St Leonards Church of England Primary School

Kingsway Primary School

Abbeymead Primary School

Harewood Junior School

Barnwood Church of England Primary School

Hunts Grove Primary Academy

Elmbridge Primary School

Eldersfield Lawn CofE Primary School

Whitminster Endowed Church of England Primary School

Linden Primary School

Innsworth Junior School

Kingsholm Church of England Primary School

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