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Hillesley Church of England Primary School

Hillesley Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided Church of England primary school located in Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, serving pupils ages 4 to 11. The school has 42 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 56, operating at 75% capacity. The school has 11.90% of pupils eligible for free school meals. At its most recent Ofsted inspection, Hillesley Church of England Primary School was rated Good. Use our free catchment tool below to check whether any property falls within Hillesley Church of England Primary School's admissions distance.

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Ages 4-11Age range
PrimarySchool phase
75%Capacity used (42 of 56 pupils)
11.90%Free school meals eligible
GoodOfsted rating

⚠️ Important: Catchment Measuring Points Vary

School catchment distances are not always measured from the school's postcode or map pin. Some schools measure from the school gates, others from the main entrance, a specific published measuring point, or the centre of the school building. Always check Hillesley Church of England Primary School's published admissions policy or contact Gloucestershire Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameHillesley Church of England Primary School
URN115716
AddressKilcot Road, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, GL12 7RH
Telephone01453843551
HeadteacherLucy Chandler (Headteacher)
School typeVoluntary aided school
PhasePrimary
Age rangeAges 4-11
GenderMixed
Religious characterChurch of England
Local authorityGloucestershire
RegionSouth West
Approx. coordinates51.604865, -2.331496 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

This is a Church of England school. Faith schools typically use faith criteria alongside or instead of distance when allocating places. Always check the school's own admissions policy — distance alone may not determine your child's chance of a place.

Key Information for Parents

📍 How to use our catchment tool

Click "Open Catchment Tool" above, add this school by searching for its name or postcode, enter the catchment distance from the school's admissions policy, then check any address to see if it falls inside or outside catchment.

📄 Find the admissions policy

The official admissions policy for Hillesley Church of England Primary School will be published on the school's website or on the Gloucestershire Council website. Search for "Hillesley Church of England Primary School admissions policy" to find the current year's document.

✝️ Faith School

This school has a Church of England religious character. Faith criteria typically apply alongside distance. Check the school's admissions policy carefully.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

Visit the Ofsted reports website to find the latest inspection report and rating for this school.

📋 Ofsted Rating: Good

Latest Ofsted inspection rated this school as Good. Inspection date: 23/01/2024. Quality of education: Good. Behaviour and attitudes: Good. Leadership: Good. Read the full Ofsted report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for Hillesley Church of England Primary School?

Use our free catchment tool above. Enter the school's name or postcode to plot it on the map, add the catchment radius from the school's admissions policy, then use "Check Address" to test any postcode or address. Always verify the exact measuring point with Gloucestershire Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for Hillesley Church of England Primary School?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, Gloucestershire Council publishes annual admissions statistics including the furthest distance offered at each school. For academies and faith schools, check the school's own website.

Is the catchment area for Hillesley Church of England Primary School the same every year?

No — catchment distances change year on year depending on how many children apply and how many places are available. Always use the most recent admissions data from the school or local authority.

What is the URN for Hillesley Church of England Primary School?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for Hillesley Church of England Primary School is 115716. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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