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Woodmancote School

Woodmancote School

Tewkesbury, GL52 9HNPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

100%

Capacity

419

Pupils

3.2x

Demand

About Woodmancote School

Woodmancote School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tewkesbury community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 419 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).

Ofsted has rated Woodmancote School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gary Tucker, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 75% 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 2744th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 24 in Tewkesbury.

Woodmancote School is a popular choice with families — it received 191 applications for 59 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 74 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Woodmancote School include Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cricket, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Eco Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Tewkesbury, Woodmancote 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressStation Road, Cheltenham, Tewkesbury, GL52 9HN
HeadteacherGary Tucker
Local AuthorityGloucestershire
Number of Pupils419
Free School Meals (FSM)16.5%
School Capacity419 / 420 (100% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

20 Sept 2023
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (20 Sept 2023): School remains Good

Improved
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 14 Jan 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)

2744th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 25%

232nd of 1,469

In South West

Top 25%

8th of 24

In Tewkesbury

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

75%

Expected Standard

17%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 108
Expected:86%
Higher:42%
Writing
Expected:92%
Higher:20%
MathsAvg Score: 107
Expected:81%
Higher:41%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +9%

'22/23

66%

'23/24

75%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingPhysicalLearning DifficultySevere Learning

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
Dining HallLibrarySensory RoomPlaying FieldsSports HallICT SuiteForest SchoolChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

NetballFootballCricketGymnasticsSwimmingRoundersAthletics

Clubs & Activities

Art ClubDramaEco Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

59

Applications

191

High Demand

Competitive - many more applications than places available

Applications to places ratio3.2x
0x1x2x3x5x+

74 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Woodmancote School

Woodmancote School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01242674312www.woodmancoteschool.co.uk/

Station Road, Cheltenham

Tewkesbury, GL52 9HN

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Station Road, Cheltenham

Tewkesbury, GL52 9HN

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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