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Powell's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Powell's Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Cirencester, Gloucestershire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 421 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

421

Pupils

420

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Powell's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Powell's Church of England Primary School is managed by Gloucestershire and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 421 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Gloucestershire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Powell's Church of England Primary School — School Information

Full address
Gloucester Street, Cirencester, GL7 2DJ
Local authority
Gloucestershire
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
5.5% of pupils
DfE URN
115681

Other Primary Schools in Cirencester

If Powell's Church of England Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Cirencester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Powell's Church of England Primary School

Is Powell's Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Powell's Church of England Primary School currently has 421 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Powell's Church of England Primary School?

Powell's Church of England Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Gloucestershire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Powell's Church of England Primary School cover?

Powell's Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Powell's Church of England Primary School?

Powell's Church of England Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.