What is the best primary school in Cheltenham?

On our composite score, Temple Guiting Church of England School is the top-ranked primary school in Cheltenham, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Cheltenham?

There are 44 primary schools in Cheltenham with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Cheltenham ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Cheltenham?

Applications for Reception places in Cheltenham starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Cheltenham

Compare 44 top-rated primary schools in Cheltenham, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Temple Guiting Church of England School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Temple Guiting Church of England School vs Charlton Kings Junior School

The best primary schools in Cheltenham

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Temple Guiting Church of England School

Charlton Kings Junior School

Christ Church CofE Primary School

Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School

Naunton Park Primary School

Coberley Church of England Primary School

Leckhampton Church of England Primary School

Gardners Lane Primary School

Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School

Isbourne Valley School

Woodmancote School

Grangefield Primary School

Glenfall Community Primary School

St Mark's Church of England Junior School

Stow-on-the-Wold Primary School

Dunalley Primary School

Andoversford Primary School

Swindon Village Primary School

The Rissington School

Gloucester Road Primary School

Warden Hill Primary School

Gretton Primary School

Northleach Church of England Primary School

Rowanfield Junior School

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