Coteford Junior School

About Coteford Junior School

Coteford Junior School is a very special place. A beacon of inclusive excellence, where every pupil is empowered to reach their full potential. We celebrate the talents and gifts of each child and enable them to develop to their full potential spiritually, morally, academically, socially and physically.

Key Facts

Head/Principal Miss Joanna Martin

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 37 responses • 14.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

94.6% positive 5.4% negative

My child feels safe at this school

91.9% positive 8.1% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

89.1% positive 10.8% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

89.1% positive 5.4% negative

My child does well at this school

89.2% positive 8.1% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 37 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

11.6

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

60.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful school, wonderful community!"

We've been so happy with Coteford Junior School. The staff are supportive, the facilities are excellent (especially the field and playground), and the values of respect, honesty, co-operation, perseverance, optimism, and responsibility really shine through. Our child has thrived here and we can't recommend it enough!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David R Unconfirmed

Parent Apr 15, 2022

5.0

"A great school for our child!"

My son has been at Coteford Junior for a year now and we've been really pleased with the progress he's made. The school's commitment to inclusivity and accessibility is impressive, and the staff have been fantastic in supporting him. The clubs and activities on offer have also been a great way for him to meet new friends and try new things.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Ruth M Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2020

4.0

"Coteford Junior has its strengths and weaknesses"

We were at Coteford Junior for 3 years and had a mixed experience. The school's values are excellent and the staff are often very supportive. However, we felt that the school struggled to manage the workload and the curriculum could be more engaging at times. Overall, it's a decent school, but not without its flaws.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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