Queen Margaret Primary Academy
70%
Capacity
147
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Queen Margaret Primary Academy
Queen Margaret Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tewkesbury community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 147 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Queen Margaret Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Sara Bennion, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
Queen Margaret Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 23 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Queen Margaret Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Football, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Coding, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tewkesbury, Queen Margaret Primary Academy 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 | York Road, Tewkesbury, Tewkesbury, GL20 5HU |
| Headteacher | Sara Bennion |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 147 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.7% |
| School Capacity | 147 / 210 (70% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Apr 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
31
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (74% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
York Road, Tewkesbury
Tewkesbury, GL20 5HU
York Road, Tewkesbury
Tewkesbury, GL20 5HU
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