Isbourne Valley School
78%
Capacity
82
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Isbourne Valley School
Isbourne Valley School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tewkesbury community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 82 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Isbourne Valley School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Justin Godding, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8331st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 24 in Tewkesbury.
Isbourne Valley School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 15 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Isbourne Valley School include Library, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Cross Country, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Science Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tewkesbury, Isbourne Valley 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 | Didbrook, Cheltenham, Tewkesbury, GL54 5PF |
| Headteacher | Justin Godding |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 82 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.8% |
| School Capacity | 82 / 105 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8331st of 13,686
Nationally
797th of 1,469
In South West
16th of 24
In Tewkesbury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
89%
'23/24
58%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
32
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isbourne Valley School
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Contact Information
Didbrook, Cheltenham
Tewkesbury, GL54 5PF
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