Tewkesbury Church of England Primary School
58%
Capacity
245
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Tewkesbury Church of England Primary School
Tewkesbury Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Tewkesbury community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 245 pupils on roll, operating at 58% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Tewkesbury Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Timothy Rylatt, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5699th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 24 in Tewkesbury.
Tewkesbury Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 31 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
Tewkesbury Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (44 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Tewkesbury Church of England Primary School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Book Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tewkesbury, Tewkesbury 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Chance Street, Tewkesbury, Tewkesbury, GL20 5RQ |
| Headteacher | Timothy Rylatt |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 245 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.3% |
| School Capacity | 245 / 420 (58% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5699th of 13,686
Nationally
524th of 1,469
In South West
11th of 24
In Tewkesbury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
44 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed31
68
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tewkesbury 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
Chance Street, Tewkesbury
Tewkesbury, GL20 5RQ
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