Warden Hill Primary School
100%
Capacity
420
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Warden Hill Primary School
Warden Hill Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Cheltenham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 420 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Warden Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Georgina Flooks, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7531st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 22 in Cheltenham.
Warden Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 199 applications for 60 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
Warden Hill Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 6 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Warden Hill Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Rounders, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheltenham, Warden Hill 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Durham Close, Cheltenham, Cheltenham, GL51 3DF |
| Headteacher | Georgina Flooks |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 420 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.1% |
| School Capacity | 420 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7531st of 13,686
Nationally
715th of 1,469
In South West
10th of 22
In Cheltenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
61%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
199
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Warden Hill Primary School
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Contact Information
Durham Close, Cheltenham
Cheltenham, GL51 3DF
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