Castle Hill Primary School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
3.9x
Demand
About Castle Hill Primary School
Castle Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tewkesbury community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Castle Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Ettrick, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1589th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 24 in Tewkesbury.
Castle Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 117 applications for 30 places, making it 3.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
Castle Hill Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 8 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (48 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Castle Hill Primary School include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tewkesbury, Castle Hill Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Abbotswood Road, Gloucester, Tewkesbury, GL3 4NU |
| Headteacher | Karen Ettrick |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.5% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1589th of 13,686
Nationally
137th of 1,469
In South West
3rd of 24
In Tewkesbury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
87%
'23/24
80%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
48 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
117
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Castle Hill Primary School
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Contact Information
Abbotswood Road, Gloucester
Tewkesbury, GL3 4NU
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