What did Ofsted judge Hillesley Church of England Primary School's overall effectiveness to be?

Ofsted judged Hillesley Church of England Primary School's overall effectiveness as Good at its inspection in January 2024, on Ofsted's own scale.

How many pupils attend Hillesley Church of England Primary School?

Hillesley Church of England Primary School has 49 pupils on roll.

What ages does Hillesley Church of England Primary School take?

Hillesley Church of England Primary School admits pupils aged 4 to 11.

Where is Hillesley Church of England Primary School located?

Hillesley Church of England Primary School is located in Wotton-under-Edge, GL12 7RH, Gloucestershire.

How do I apply to Hillesley Church of England Primary School?

Hillesley Church of England Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.

Does Hillesley Church of England Primary School have a religious character?

Yes — Hillesley Church of England Primary School has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

How far from Hillesley Church of England Primary School were places offered?

The furthest place offered at Hillesley Church of England Primary School for 2023-24 (Reception) was 2.03 miles from the school. The council's figures don't show whether anyone was refused, so it may not have been a cut-off.

How are Reception places decided at Hillesley Church of England Primary School?

When Hillesley Church of England Primary School has more applications than places for 2027-28, they are offered in a published order of priority: 1. Looked After / Previously Looked After / Internationally Previously Looked After Children — A 'looked after child' (1) or a child who was previously looked after but immediately after being looked after became subject to an adoption (2) child arrangements order (residency order) (3) or special guardianship order (4) including those who appear to the admission authority to have been in state care outside of England and ceased to be in state care as a result of being adopted (5); 2. Child living in the Parishes of Hillesley & Tresham and Alderley — A child who lives in the Parishes of Hillesley & Tresham and Alderley (map available https://maps.walkingclub.org.uk/admin/gloucestershire/stroud/hillesley-and-tresham-parish.html). Distance will be measured in a straight line from the Ordnance Survey Address Point of the child's home address, (including flats) to a central point of the school, using the Local Authority's computerised measuring system, with those living closer to school receiving the higher priority; 3. Sibling of a child attending the school — A child who has a sibling who will be attending the school at the time of admission. For this purpose, sibling refers to brother or sister, half brother or sister, adopted brother or sister, step brother or sister, or the child of the parent/carer's partner as well as children who are brought together as a family by a same sex civil partnership. In every case, the child must be living in the same family unit at the same address, at the time of application, and 2 further criteria. The school offers 8 places at this entry point. Tie-break: In the very unlikely event of a tie-break in the event that two or more children have the same distance measurement, and equally meet the criteria described in no 4, (i.e. In the event of a tie between two or more children when applying the above tie-break) where there are not enough places available to offer all children a place at the school, a lottery will be held by the Governing Body to allocate the remaining places.

What is the largest ethnic background at Hillesley Church of England Primary School?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 91.8% of pupils at Hillesley Church of England Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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How far did offers reach?

2.03miles

was the furthest place offered for 2023-24 (Reception). The council's figures don't show whether anyone was refused, so it may not have been a cut-off.

Last distance offered at Hillesley Church of England Primary School, year by year →

How places are decided at Hillesley Church of England Primary School

When there are more applications than places for 2027-28 (Reception), places are offered in this order of priority. Meeting a higher criterion beats meeting a lower one.

1Looked After / Previously Looked After / Internationally Previously Looked After Children — A 'looked after child' (1) or a child who was previously looked after but immediately after being looked after became subject to an adoption (2) child arrangements order (residency order) (3) or special guardianship order (4) including those who appear to the admission authority to have been in state care outside of England and ceased to be in state care as a result of being adopted (5).
2Child living in the Parishes of Hillesley & Tresham and Alderley — A child who lives in the Parishes of Hillesley & Tresham and Alderley (map available https://maps.walkingclub.org.uk/admin/gloucestershire/stroud/hillesley-and-tresham-parish.html). Distance will be measured in a straight line from the Ordnance Survey Address Point of the child's home address, (including flats) to a central point of the school, using the Local Authority's computerised measuring system, with those living closer to school receiving the higher priority.
3Sibling of a child attending the school — A child who has a sibling who will be attending the school at the time of admission. For this purpose, sibling refers to brother or sister, half brother or sister, adopted brother or sister, step brother or sister, or the child of the parent/carer's partner as well as children who are brought together as a family by a same sex civil partnership. In every case, the child must be living in the same family unit at the same address, at the time of application.
4Christian education request with faith criteria — A child whose parents/guardians specifically request a Christian education and meet the following criteria: • Children who live in the ecclesiastical parish of Hillesley and whose parents are regular members* of St Giles' Church, Hillesley (as confirmed by the priest using a SIF) • Children who live in the ecclesiastical parish of Hillesley and whose parents belong to another Christian denomination attending a local church where they are regular members* (as confirmed by the relevant priest using a SIF) • Children who live in a neighbouring parish and whose parents are regular members* of St Giles' Church, Hillesley. *Regular members are defined as families who worship at St Giles' Church or another local Christian church at least once a month and for at least one year before the child starts school. This should be supported by a signed SIF from the Rector or Minister.
5Particular authenticated medical and additional needs — A child who has particular authenticated medical and additional needs appertaining to the school. The school will need to be provided with medical evidence from a doctor that explains why Hillesley Primary is the only school that can meet the child's medical condition or additional needs. The written statement from the doctor must demonstrate that there is a very specific connection between the medical need and the facilities or resources of the school.

If two applications tie: In the very unlikely event of a tie-break in the event that two or more children have the same distance measurement, and equally meet the criteria described in no 4, (i.e. In the event of a tie between two or more children when applying the above tie-break) where there are not enough places available to offer all children a place at the school, a lottery will be held by the Governing Body to allocate the remaining places.

Oversubscription within each criterion resolved by straight-line distance from school's Ordnance Survey Address Point. The standard number is 8 reception places; governors may consider admitting more in years of exceptional local demand provided statutory class size limits are not exceeded. SIF must be received directly by the school by 31st January in the year of entry.

Published by the admission authority. Meeting a criterion never guarantees a place — it sets the order places are offered in. Full detail, other entry points and previous years are on the Admissions tab.

Hillesley Church of England Primary School: key facts

What did Ofsted judge Hillesley Church of England Primary School's overall effectiveness to be?: Ofsted judged Hillesley Church of England Primary School's overall effectiveness as Good at its inspection in January 2024, on Ofsted's own scale.
How many pupils attend Hillesley Church of England Primary School?: Hillesley Church of England Primary School has 49 pupils on roll.
What ages does Hillesley Church of England Primary School take?: Hillesley Church of England Primary School admits pupils aged 4 to 11.
Where is Hillesley Church of England Primary School located?: Hillesley Church of England Primary School is located in Wotton-under-Edge, GL12 7RH, Gloucestershire.
How do I apply to Hillesley Church of England Primary School?: Hillesley Church of England Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.
Does Hillesley Church of England Primary School have a religious character?: Yes — Hillesley Church of England Primary School has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.
How far from Hillesley Church of England Primary School were places offered?: The furthest place offered at Hillesley Church of England Primary School for 2023-24 (Reception) was 2.03 miles from the school. The council's figures don't show whether anyone was refused, so it may not have been a cut-off.
How are Reception places decided at Hillesley Church of England Primary School?: When Hillesley Church of England Primary School has more applications than places for 2027-28, they are offered in a published order of priority: 1. Looked After / Previously Looked After / Internationally Previously Looked After Children — A 'looked after child' (1) or a child who was previously looked after but immediately after being looked after became subject to an adoption (2) child arrangements order (residency order) (3) or special guardianship order (4) including those who appear to the admission authority to have been in state care outside of England and ceased to be in state care as a result of being adopted (5); 2. Child living in the Parishes of Hillesley & Tresham and Alderley — A child who lives in the Parishes of Hillesley & Tresham and Alderley (map available https://maps.walkingclub.org.uk/admin/gloucestershire/stroud/hillesley-and-tresham-parish.html). Distance will be measured in a straight line from the Ordnance Survey Address Point of the child's home address, (including flats) to a central point of the school, using the Local Authority's computerised measuring system, with those living closer to school receiving the higher priority; 3. Sibling of a child attending the school — A child who has a sibling who will be attending the school at the time of admission. For this purpose, sibling refers to brother or sister, half brother or sister, adopted brother or sister, step brother or sister, or the child of the parent/carer's partner as well as children who are brought together as a family by a same sex civil partnership. In every case, the child must be living in the same family unit at the same address, at the time of application, and 2 further criteria. The school offers 8 places at this entry point. Tie-break: In the very unlikely event of a tie-break in the event that two or more children have the same distance measurement, and equally meet the criteria described in no 4, (i.e. In the event of a tie between two or more children when applying the above tie-break) where there are not enough places available to offer all children a place at the school, a lottery will be held by the Governing Body to allocate the remaining places.
What is the largest ethnic background at Hillesley Church of England Primary School?: According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 91.8% of pupils at Hillesley Church of England Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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How far did offers reach?

2.03miles

was the furthest place offered for 2023-24 (Reception). The council's figures don't show whether anyone was refused, so it may not have been a cut-off.

Last distance offered at Hillesley Church of England Primary School, year by year →

How places are decided at Hillesley Church of England Primary School

When there are more applications than places for 2027-28 (Reception), places are offered in this order of priority. Meeting a higher criterion beats meeting a lower one.

1Looked After / Previously Looked After / Internationally Previously Looked After Children — A 'looked after child' (1) or a child who was previously looked after but immediately after being looked after became subject to an adoption (2) child arrangements order (residency order) (3) or special guardianship order (4) including those who appear to the admission authority to have been in state care outside of England and ceased to be in state care as a result of being adopted (5).
2Child living in the Parishes of Hillesley & Tresham and Alderley — A child who lives in the Parishes of Hillesley & Tresham and Alderley (map available https://maps.walkingclub.org.uk/admin/gloucestershire/stroud/hillesley-and-tresham-parish.html). Distance will be measured in a straight line from the Ordnance Survey Address Point of the child's home address, (including flats) to a central point of the school, using the Local Authority's computerised measuring system, with those living closer to school receiving the higher priority.
3Sibling of a child attending the school — A child who has a sibling who will be attending the school at the time of admission. For this purpose, sibling refers to brother or sister, half brother or sister, adopted brother or sister, step brother or sister, or the child of the parent/carer's partner as well as children who are brought together as a family by a same sex civil partnership. In every case, the child must be living in the same family unit at the same address, at the time of application.
4Christian education request with faith criteria — A child whose parents/guardians specifically request a Christian education and meet the following criteria: • Children who live in the ecclesiastical parish of Hillesley and whose parents are regular members* of St Giles' Church, Hillesley (as confirmed by the priest using a SIF) • Children who live in the ecclesiastical parish of Hillesley and whose parents belong to another Christian denomination attending a local church where they are regular members* (as confirmed by the relevant priest using a SIF) • Children who live in a neighbouring parish and whose parents are regular members* of St Giles' Church, Hillesley. *Regular members are defined as families who worship at St Giles' Church or another local Christian church at least once a month and for at least one year before the child starts school. This should be supported by a signed SIF from the Rector or Minister.
5Particular authenticated medical and additional needs — A child who has particular authenticated medical and additional needs appertaining to the school. The school will need to be provided with medical evidence from a doctor that explains why Hillesley Primary is the only school that can meet the child's medical condition or additional needs. The written statement from the doctor must demonstrate that there is a very specific connection between the medical need and the facilities or resources of the school.

Hillesley Church of England Primary School: key facts

What did Ofsted judge Hillesley Church of England Primary School's overall effectiveness to be?: Ofsted judged Hillesley Church of England Primary School's overall effectiveness as Good at its inspection in January 2024, on Ofsted's own scale.
How many pupils attend Hillesley Church of England Primary School?: Hillesley Church of England Primary School has 49 pupils on roll.
What ages does Hillesley Church of England Primary School take?: Hillesley Church of England Primary School admits pupils aged 4 to 11.
Where is Hillesley Church of England Primary School located?: Hillesley Church of England Primary School is located in Wotton-under-Edge, GL12 7RH, Gloucestershire.
How do I apply to Hillesley Church of England Primary School?: Hillesley Church of England Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.
Does Hillesley Church of England Primary School have a religious character?: Yes — Hillesley Church of England Primary School has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.
How far from Hillesley Church of England Primary School were places offered?: The furthest place offered at Hillesley Church of England Primary School for 2023-24 (Reception) was 2.03 miles from the school. The council's figures don't show whether anyone was refused, so it may not have been a cut-off.
How are Reception places decided at Hillesley Church of England Primary School?: When Hillesley Church of England Primary School has more applications than places for 2027-28, they are offered in a published order of priority: 1. Looked After / Previously Looked After / Internationally Previously Looked After Children — A 'looked after child' (1) or a child who was previously looked after but immediately after being looked after became subject to an adoption (2) child arrangements order (residency order) (3) or special guardianship order (4) including those who appear to the admission authority to have been in state care outside of England and ceased to be in state care as a result of being adopted (5); 2. Child living in the Parishes of Hillesley & Tresham and Alderley — A child who lives in the Parishes of Hillesley & Tresham and Alderley (map available https://maps.walkingclub.org.uk/admin/gloucestershire/stroud/hillesley-and-tresham-parish.html). Distance will be measured in a straight line from the Ordnance Survey Address Point of the child's home address, (including flats) to a central point of the school, using the Local Authority's computerised measuring system, with those living closer to school receiving the higher priority; 3. Sibling of a child attending the school — A child who has a sibling who will be attending the school at the time of admission. For this purpose, sibling refers to brother or sister, half brother or sister, adopted brother or sister, step brother or sister, or the child of the parent/carer's partner as well as children who are brought together as a family by a same sex civil partnership. In every case, the child must be living in the same family unit at the same address, at the time of application, and 2 further criteria. The school offers 8 places at this entry point. Tie-break: In the very unlikely event of a tie-break in the event that two or more children have the same distance measurement, and equally meet the criteria described in no 4, (i.e. In the event of a tie between two or more children when applying the above tie-break) where there are not enough places available to offer all children a place at the school, a lottery will be held by the Governing Body to allocate the remaining places.
What is the largest ethnic background at Hillesley Church of England Primary School?: According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 91.8% of pupils at Hillesley Church of England Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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