Eastcombe Primary School

  • Primary
  • Local authority maintained
  • Ages 4 to 11
Ofsted: Good

Dr Crouch's Road, Eastcombe, Stroud, GL6 7EAOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Eastcombe Primary School is a primary school in Stroud for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 329 schools in Gloucestershire. It ranks 5th of 24 primary schools in Stroud. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in October 2023.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 11 October 2023, report published 19 November 2023

Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Good
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 11 October 2023

This is a friendly, nurturing and welcoming school. The school has fostered a 'family feel'. It has high aspirations for all pupils, as reflected in its vision that pupils, including children in the early years, should 'aim high, believe and achieve'. The school provides a wealth of memorable experiences to bring pupils' learning to life. For example, pupils' knowledge of Ancient Egypt is enhanced greatly by museum visits. Pupils have a wide range of opportunities that develop their talents and interests. For example, they enjoy basketball, cookery and performing arts. The school prioritises pupils' well-being and safety. Staff form trusting, caring relationships with pupils. As a result, pupils feel happy, safe and valued. Pupils are a credit to the school. They are kind, courteous and respectful. Pupils enjoy school and behave well. Pupils are resilient when learning gets tricky. As a result, they have extremely positive attitudes to learning. Bullying is rare. Pupils say that there is always someone to talk to if they have any worries. Pupils are confident that adults will quickly sort out any problems that might arise. The school forges supportive relationships with parents. Parents typically praise the school for the sense of belonging their children have and the approachable, caring staff.

What the school should improve

  • In a small number of subjects, the improved curriculum is in its infancy. In these subjects, assessment is not yet sufficiently well developed. Therefore, teaching does not check that pupils routinely build on previous learning. The school should embed the curriculum and refine assessment so that pupils are well supported to know and remember more.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

10 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths80%

80%, 18 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths10%

10%, 2 percentage points above the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score112

112, 6 above the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score107

107, 2 above the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score110

110, 5 above the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

49 pupils on roll, with places for 77

Eligible for free school meals18.4%

18.4%, 8.1 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language4.1%

4.1%, 17.5 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support6.1%

6.1%, 8.7 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan8.2%

8.2%, 2.2 percentage points above the England average of 6%.

Schools near Eastcombe Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Bussage Church of England Primary School0.3 milesOfsted: Good69% met the expected standard
Chalford Hill Primary School1 mileReport card: Expected standard to strong standard64% met the expected standard
Bisley Blue Coat Church of England Primary School1 mileOfsted: Good36% met the expected standard
Oakridge Parochial School2 milesOfsted: GoodNot published
Thrupp School2 milesOfsted judgements: Good to outstanding55% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Community school
Sector
Local authority maintained
Age range
4 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
No
Headteacher
Mrs Keely Folker
Address
Dr Crouch's Road, Eastcombe, Stroud, GL6 7EA
Local authority
Gloucestershire
URN
115504

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.