Twyning School
91%
Capacity
128
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Twyning School
Twyning School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tewkesbury community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 128 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Twyning School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Gladstone, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1745th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 24 in Tewkesbury.
Twyning School is a popular choice with families — it received 21 applications for 13 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
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 Twyning School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Dance, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tewkesbury, Twyning 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Twyning Green, Tewkesbury, Tewkesbury, GL20 6DF |
| Headteacher | Lucy Gladstone |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 128 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.4% |
| School Capacity | 128 / 140 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1745th of 13,686
Nationally
157th of 1,469
In South West
5th of 24
In Tewkesbury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
79%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
21
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Twyning School
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Contact Information
Twyning Green, Tewkesbury
Tewkesbury, GL20 6DF
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