St Mark's Church of England Junior School
97%
Capacity
233
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St Mark's Church of England Junior School
St Mark's Church of England Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cheltenham community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 233 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mark's Church of England Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Angharad Fitch, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5914th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 22 in Cheltenham.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mark's Church of England Junior School include Library, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cricket, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheltenham, St Mark's Church of England Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Robert Burns Avenue, Cheltenham, Cheltenham, GL51 6NU |
| Headteacher | Angharad Fitch |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 233 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.7% |
| School Capacity | 233 / 240 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 20 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5914th of 13,686
Nationally
546th of 1,469
In South West
6th of 22
In Cheltenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
65%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mark's Church of England Junior School
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Contact Information
Robert Burns Avenue, Cheltenham
Cheltenham, GL51 6NU
Journey to School
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