Rowanfield Infant School
91%
Capacity
246
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Rowanfield Infant School
Rowanfield Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheltenham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 246 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Rowanfield Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Shona Riddell, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
Rowanfield Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 134 applications for 81 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 77 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rowanfield Infant School include Library, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Netball, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Choir, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheltenham, Rowanfield Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Alstone Lane, Cheltenham, Cheltenham, GL51 8HY |
| Headteacher | Shona Riddell |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 246 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.4% |
| School Capacity | 246 / 270 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jun 2016. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed81
134
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
77 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Alstone Lane, Cheltenham
Cheltenham, GL51 8HY
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