Glenfall Community Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
4.8x
Demand
About Glenfall Community Primary School
Glenfall Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheltenham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Glenfall Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher A Mitchell, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 526th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 22 in Cheltenham.
Glenfall Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 20 places, making it 4.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
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 Glenfall Community Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Netball, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Gardening, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheltenham, Glenfall Community 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 | Glenfall Way, Cheltenham, Cheltenham, GL52 6XZ |
| Headteacher | A Mitchell |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.0% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
526th of 13,686
Nationally
45th of 1,469
In South West
1st of 22
In Cheltenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
87%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
95
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Glenfall Way, Cheltenham
Cheltenham, GL52 6XZ
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