Littledean Church of England Primary School — Primary School in Cinderford

Schools in England

National Education Directory

Littledean Church of England Primary School

Cinderford, GL14 3NL

69 Pupils

105 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

29.00% FSM %

33 Boys

36 Girls

About Littledean Church of England Primary School

Littledean Church of England Primary School is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Cinderford, Gloucestershire, in the South West region of England for pupils aged 4–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 69 pupils on roll. School capacity: 105. Current headteacher: Hayley McGoldrick.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary controlled school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Gloucestershire
Region	South West
Administrative District	Forest of Dean
Parliamentary Constituency	Forest of Dean
Ward	Newnham
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10072397
URN	115631
Data Last Updated	23-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (9)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Revd Michael Barnsley	Chair of Governors	07/03/2011	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mrs Serena Clarkson	Governance Professional - Local Authority Maintained School	01/05/2025	—	N/A
Mrs Lauan Brittain	Governor	22/09/2025	21/09/2029	Elected by parents
Miss Kelly Hall	Governor	03/07/2022	02/07/2026	Elected by parents
Mrs Kim Howard	Governor	01/11/2023	31/10/2027	Foundation/sponsor members
Miss Laura May	Governor	09/02/2023	08/02/2027	Elected by school staff
Mrs Hayley McGoldrick	Governor	01/09/2011	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mr Richard Prescott	Governor	17/12/2025	16/12/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mr James Swanson	Governor	04/02/2025	03/02/2029	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB

Schools Nearby

Forest View Primary School

1.25 km • Cinderford

Other

SGS Forest High School

1.6 km • Cinderford

Other

St White's Primary School

1.69 km • Cinderford

Other

Newnham St Peter's Church of England Primary School

2.19 km • Newnham

Other

Soudley School

3.01 km • Cinderford

Other

Steam Mills Primary School

3.6 km • Cinderford

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Littledean Church of England Primary School?

Littledean Church of England Primary School is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Cinderford, Gloucestershire.

How many pupils does Littledean Church of England Primary School have?

Littledean Church of England Primary School has 69 pupils, with a capacity of 105.

What is the age range at Littledean Church of England Primary School?

Littledean Church of England Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is Littledean Church of England Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Littledean Church of England Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Littledean Church of England Primary School?

The Headteacher at Littledean Church of England Primary School is Mrs Hayley McGoldrick.

Where is Littledean Church of England Primary School located?

Littledean Church of England Primary School is at Church Street, Littledean, Cinderford, GL14 3NL, in the Gloucestershire local authority, South West.

Does Littledean Church of England Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Littledean Church of England Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Littledean Church of England Primary School currently open?

Littledean Church of England Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Hayley McGoldrick

Church Street, Littledean, Cinderford, GL14 3NL

01594822171

www.littledeanprimary.co.uk

Location

Official Links

View on DfE GIAS Ofsted Report Compare this School Check Catchment Chances Similar Schools in Gloucestershire School Website

Quick Summary

URN 115631

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026