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All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham

All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham

Cheltenham, GL51 0WHSecondary School·Ages 11-19
Goodby Ofsted

96%

Capacity

1,102

Pupils

1.2x

Demand

About All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham

All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Cheltenham community, welcoming children from age 11 to 19. The school has 1,102 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 1,150 places).

Ofsted has rated All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham "Good", the school is led by headteacher Benjamin Williams, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.27 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 38.8. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of D+. Additionally, ranked 2169th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 5 in Cheltenham.

All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham is a popular choice with families — it received 246 applications for 202 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 130 were first-preference applications.

All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (41 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Astro Turf, Library, Tennis Courts, Science Labs, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Swimming Pool, Chapel, Sixth Form Centre.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Martial Arts, Dance, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Model UN, Science Club and 3 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.3%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.

For families exploring secondary schools in Cheltenham, All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range11 to 19 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterChurch of England
AddressBlaisdon Way, Cheltenham, Cheltenham, GL51 0WH
HeadteacherBenjamin Williams
Local AuthorityGloucestershire
Number of Pupils1,102
Free School Meals (FSM)37.3%
School Capacity1,102 / 1,150 (96% full)
Sixth FormYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

18 Dec 2024
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (18 Dec 2024): Some aspects not as strong

Unchanged
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Sixth Form Provision
Requires improvement

Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on Progress 8 (-0.27)

2169th of 3,141

Nationally

Top 69%

227th of 306

In South West

Top 74%

5th of 5

In Cheltenham

Top 100%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data

GCSE Results

2023/24

Progress 8 Score

-0.27Below Average

Students make less progress than similar students nationally

BelowAverageAbove

Attainment 8 (vs national avg)

+38.8Well Above Average

Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average

BelowAverageAbove
Grade 9-4 (Standard Pass)45%
Grade 9-5 (Strong Pass)27%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.

A-Level Results

2023/24
54 students

Average Points per Entry

23.8Grade D+

Value Added Score

-0.50Well Below Average
BelowAverageAbove

Best 3 A-Levels (Average)

22.9Grade D+
AAB or higher (inc. 2 facilitating)0%
Avg Points per Entry over timeStable -1.2

'21/22

26.8

'22/23

23.3

'23/24

23.8

Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.

Ofsted Parent View

41 responses

Would Recommend This School

88%Good
Needs Attentionbelow 70%
Bullying dealt with
20%
Concerns dealt with
54%
SEND support
67%
Strengths95%+ agree
Subject rangeClubs & activities

Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

12
Art StudiosICT SuiteAstro TurfLibraryTennis CourtsScience LabsMusic RoomsGymnasiumSports HallSwimming PoolChapelSixth Form Centre

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

14

Sports

TennisMartial ArtsDanceFootballRowingCross CountryRugby

Clubs & Activities

DramaEco ClubModel United NationsScience ClubChoirNewspaperOrchestra

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

202

Applications

246

Balanced

Applications roughly match available places

Applications to places ratio1.2x
0x1x2x3x5x+

130 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham

All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01242711200www.asachelt.org/

Blaisdon Way, Cheltenham

Cheltenham, GL51 0WH

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Blaisdon Way, Cheltenham

Cheltenham, GL51 0WH

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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