Benhall Infant School
99%
Capacity
178
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Benhall Infant School
Benhall Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheltenham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 178 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Benhall Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katie James, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
Benhall Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 173 applications for 60 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 1 area, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Benhall Infant School include Sensory Room, Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Cricket, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheltenham, Benhall Infant School 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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Robert Burns Avenue, Cheltenham, Cheltenham, GL51 6PS |
| Headteacher | Katie James |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 178 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.3% |
| School Capacity | 178 / 180 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
173
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Robert Burns Avenue, Cheltenham
Cheltenham, GL51 6PS
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