Stratford-sub-Castle Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Stratford Road, Stratford-sub-Castle, Salisbury, SP1 3LLOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Stratford-sub-Castle Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a primary school in Salisbury for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 262 schools in Wiltshire. It ranks 22nd of 40 primary schools in Salisbury. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in March 2024.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 5 March 2024, report published 25 April 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 5 March 2024
There is a strong sense of community at Stratford-sub-Castle Primary School. Pupils say that everyone is welcome. Staff are proud to be part of this school and its community. Parents are unwaveringly positive. They value the 'warm welcome' they all receive. Adults have high expectations of all pupils. This starts in Reception Year, where children follow instructions well and understand classroom routines. Pupils are polite and have good manners. They talk about their rights and responsibilities. Their positive behaviour reflects this. Pupils of all ages play well together. There is much for them to do during social times. This makes it an enjoyable experience. Older pupils like being 'buddies' to younger children. Adults know the pupils well. They foster caring and positive relationships with pupils. Pupils know that adults can help them if they have a worry. This helps them to feel safe. The computing curriculum supports pupils to learn how to stay safe online. Pupils enjoy the responsibilities the school provides for them. Older pupils enjoy leading collective worship that reflects the school vision, 'life in all its fullness'. Pupils attend a wide range of different clubs. These nurture their interests and talents. Clubs include STEM club, book club and multi-sport.
What the school should improve
- Assessment in some wider curriculum subjects is not well developed. The school does not have a clear understanding of what pupils know and the gaps they have. As a result, pupils' knowledge does not build sequentially. The school needs to ensure assessment is effective to inform curriculum design so that pupils develop a secure understanding of all subjects they learn. Primary School 3
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
21 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
147 pupils on roll, with places for 147
Schools near Stratford-sub-Castle Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pembroke Park Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 53% met the expected standard |
| St. Peter's CE Primary Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 85% met the expected standard |
| Woodlands Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 50% met the expected standard |
| Sarum St Paul's CofE (VA) Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 64% met the expected standard |
| Salisbury, Manor Fields Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 69% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Justine Watkins
- Phone
- 01722327227
- Address
- Stratford Road, Stratford-sub-Castle, Salisbury, SP1 3LL
- Local authority
- Wiltshire
- URN
- 126361
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.