Gotherington Primary School
100%
Capacity
201
Pupils
3.9x
Demand
About Gotherington Primary School
Gotherington 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 201 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 202 places).
Ofsted has rated Gotherington Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Biddle, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9246th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 24 in Tewkesbury.
Gotherington Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 118 applications for 30 places, making it 3.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 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 Gotherington Primary School include Forest School, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Athletics, Dance, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Drama, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tewkesbury, Gotherington 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 | The Lawns, Cheltenham, Tewkesbury, GL52 9QT |
| Headteacher | Rachel Biddle |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.5% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 202 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9246th of 13,686
Nationally
901st of 1,469
In South West
19th of 24
In Tewkesbury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
56%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
118
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Lawns, Cheltenham
Tewkesbury, GL52 9QT
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