Coleford primary schools deliver strong academic results, with 71% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing and maths, well above England's 82%. Ellwood Primary School, English Bicknor Church of England Primary School, and Coalway Junior School are among the highest-performing options in this Forest of Dean market town. While 71% of schools are rated Good or Outstanding, families benefit from close-knit community schools that achieve results notably above national averages. With 7 primary schools serving the area, local families have access to welcoming schools with strong foundations in core subjects. Use the map view to explore the schools and see which serve your neighbourhood.
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| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #4 | Berry Hill Primary School, Coleford | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 4-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #6 | Clearwell Church of England Primary School | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | Church of England | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 4-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #3 | Coalway Junior School | State | Primary | 7-11 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
| N/A | Coalway Community Infant School | State | Primary | 5-7 years | Mixed | None | 4.6/10Developing |
State • Primary • 7-11 years
State • Primary • 5-7 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #5 | St John's C of E Academy | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | Church of England | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 4-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Ellwood Primary School | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 4-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2 | English Bicknor Church of England Primary School | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | Church of England | 8.3/10Excellent |
State • Primary • 4-11 years
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