Christ Church CofE Primary School

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 4 to 11
Ofsted: Outstanding

Malvern Road, Cheltenham, GL50 2NROpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Christ Church CofE Primary School is a primary school in Cheltenham for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 329 schools in Gloucestershire. It ranks 8th of 40 primary schools in Cheltenham. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in December 2023.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 6 December 2023, report published 23 January 2024

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
Early years provision
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 6 December 2023

Pupils love to attend this school, and rightly so. They receive an excellent start to their education. This is because staff have the highest ambition for every pupil to become 'the very best they can be'. Pupils leave the school highly equipped for the challenges of secondary education. Pupils' behaviour is impeccable. Staff expect them to work hard, and pupils do not disappoint. They listen attentively and are keen to learn. Pupils are passionately opposed to any form of discrimination. They know why it is important to challenge banter and prejudice. One of the school's many strengths is how it empowers pupils to be effective advocates for themselves and others. Pupils fundraise for charities, organise clubs and embody the school's motto, 'always be kind'. Staff show genuine care and compassion towards pupils. This makes for a harmonious and safe place in which to learn. The school meticulously plans purposeful experiences far beyond the academic. This helps pupils to develop their character and confidence. These include organ recitals, literature festivals and inspirational visitors to speak to pupils. The school ensures that disadvantaged pupils never miss out. All of this work contributes to an inclusive and aspirational approach for all.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

32 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths69%

69%, 7 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths9%

9%, 1 percentage points above the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score107

107, 1 above the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score105

105, the same as the England average.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score109

109, 4 above the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

213 pupils on roll, with places for 220

Eligible for free school meals15%

15%, 11.5 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language18.8%

18.8%, 2.8 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support19.7%

19.7%, 4.9 percentage points above the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan7.5%

7.5%, 1.5 percentage points above the England average of 6%.

Schools near Christ Church CofE Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Dean Close Airthrie0.2 milesNo Ofsted inspectionNot published
Gloucester Road Primary School0.3 milesOfsted: Outstanding38% met the expected standard
The Catholic School of Saint Gregory the Great0.4 milesOfsted: Good48% met the expected standard
Rowanfield Junior School0.6 milesOfsted: Good67% met the expected standard
Rowanfield Infant School0.6 milesReport card: Expected standardNot published

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
THE DIOCESE OF GLOUCESTER ACADEMIES TRUST
Age range
4 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England
Nursery classes
No
Headteacher
Mrs Kerry Pope
Address
Malvern Road, Cheltenham, GL50 2NR
Local authority
Gloucestershire
URN
138940

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.