The Catholic School of Saint Gregory the Great
98%
Capacity
411
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About The Catholic School of Saint Gregory the Great
The Catholic School of Saint Gregory the Great is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Cheltenham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 411 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated The Catholic School of Saint Gregory the Great "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Penney, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
The Catholic School of Saint Gregory the Great is a popular choice with families — it received 106 applications for 59 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 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 The Catholic School of Saint Gregory the Great include Library, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Dance, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Eco Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheltenham, The Catholic School of Saint Gregory the Great 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | St James Square, Cheltenham, Cheltenham, GL50 3QG |
| Headteacher | Rachel Penney |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 411 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.9% |
| School Capacity | 411 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Nov 2023. 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
106
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St James Square, Cheltenham
Cheltenham, GL50 3QG
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