Hesters Way Primary School
88%
Capacity
185
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Hesters Way Primary School
Hesters Way 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 185 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Hesters Way Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kirsti Ashman, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10930th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 22 in Cheltenham.
Hesters Way Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 22 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hesters Way Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Dance, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheltenham, Hesters Way 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 | Dill Avenue, Cheltenham, Cheltenham, GL51 0ES |
| Headteacher | Kirsti Ashman |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 185 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.9% |
| School Capacity | 185 / 210 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10930th of 13,686
Nationally
1081st of 1,469
In South West
17th of 22
In Cheltenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
50%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dill Avenue, Cheltenham
Cheltenham, GL51 0ES
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