St James' Church of England Junior School is a primary academy in Gloucester, South West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
The school has 203 pupils on roll, 31% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 8.1%.
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St James' Church of England Junior School has an overall absence rate of 8.1%. The national average for primary schools is approximately 4.0%.
St James' Church of England Junior School has 203 pupils on roll.
31% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
St James' Church of England Junior School was rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted following an inspection in September 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, St James' Church of England Junior School is overdue for reinspection.
A "Requires Improvement" rating means Ofsted identified areas where the school needs to improve. The school will typically be reinspected within 2 years. Around 12% of schools hold this rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While St James' Church of England Junior School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
838/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
289/mo
34% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 9.7 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6.3
Bus Stops
14
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Gloucester Rail Station
1.0km away
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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This inspection was 4 years ago. Schools are typically re-inspected every 4 years — this rating may no longer reflect the current school.
Quality of Education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Requires Improvement
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.