Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School
Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England 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 Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Smith, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2293rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 22 in Cheltenham.
Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 121 applications for 30 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (64 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Rounders, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheltenham, Holy Apostles' Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Battledown Approach, Cheltenham, Cheltenham, GL52 6QZ |
| Headteacher | Daniel Smith |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.8% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2293rd of 13,686
Nationally
194th of 1,469
In South West
2nd of 22
In Cheltenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
64 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
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
121
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Battledown Approach, Cheltenham
Cheltenham, GL52 6QZ
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