Winchcombe Abbey Church of England Primary School
89%
Capacity
281
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Winchcombe Abbey Church of England Primary School
Winchcombe Abbey Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Tewkesbury community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 281 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Winchcombe Abbey Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sally Johnson, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8513th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 24 in Tewkesbury.
Winchcombe Abbey Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 21 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 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 Winchcombe Abbey Church of England Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Cross Country, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Choir, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tewkesbury, Winchcombe Abbey 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Back Lane, Cheltenham, Tewkesbury, GL54 5PZ |
| Headteacher | Sally Johnson |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 281 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.4% |
| School Capacity | 281 / 315 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8513th of 13,686
Nationally
822nd of 1,469
In South West
18th of 24
In Tewkesbury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
58%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Back Lane, Cheltenham
Tewkesbury, GL54 5PZ
Journey to School
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