Gardners Lane Primary School
66%
Capacity
278
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Gardners Lane Primary School
Gardners Lane Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Cheltenham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 278 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Gardners Lane Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Oliver Tuck, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 34% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13027th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 22 in Cheltenham.
Gardners Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 19 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gardners Lane Primary School include Playing Fields, Forest School, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Art Studios.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Athletics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Coding, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheltenham, Gardners Lane 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 | None |
| Address | Gardners Lane, Cheltenham, Cheltenham, GL51 9JW |
| Headteacher | Oliver Tuck |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 278 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.5% |
| School Capacity | 278 / 420 (66% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Jul 2024): School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jul 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (34%)
13027th of 13,686
Nationally
1373rd of 1,469
In South West
21st of 22
In Cheltenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
34%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
34%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gardners Lane, Cheltenham
Cheltenham, GL51 9JW
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