- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
90 first choices, 90 offers made
Met the standard at 1181%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.1%
- Pupils
- 630
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.1
Schools in GL53
A postcode district in Gloucestershire
- Postcode district
- 20 schools and nurseries
In short: GL53 is a postcode district in Gloucestershire with 7 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 10 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries207 primary · 3 secondary · 10 nurseries
Top-rated
All GL53 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in GL53
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in GL53
7 in GL53, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
Met the standard at 1184%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.0%
- Pupils
- 381
- Pupils per teacher
- 25.0
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results well above the England average.
57 first choices, 60 offers made
Met the standard at 1176%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.6%
- Pupils
- 402
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.0
Top Secondary Schools in GL53
3 in GL53, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
239 first choices, 181 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1662.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.0%
- Pupils
- 1,427
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.3
Nurseries in GL53
10 in GL53, highest Ofsted grade first
Angel Day Nursery
Cheltenham, GL53 7PX · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Broadlands Pre-School Centre
Cheltenham, GL53 0EY · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Charlie Bears Childcare Limited
Cheltenham, GL53 8AR · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in GL53
3 in GL53, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
239 first choices, 181 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1662.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.0%
- Pupils
- 1,427
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.3
Cheltenham College
Cheltenham, GL53 7LD · Independent · All-through · Ages 2 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,134
- Pupils per teacher
- –
St Edward's School
Cheltenham, GL53 8EY · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 224
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Special Schools in GL53
1 in GL53. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
National Star College
Cheltenham, GL53 9QU · Special · 16+ · Ages 16 to 99
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Private Schools in GL53
3 in GL53. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Cheltenham College
Cheltenham, GL53 7LD · Independent · All-through · Ages 2 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,134
- Pupils per teacher
- –
St Edward's School
Cheltenham, GL53 8EY · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 224
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The Richard Pate School
Cheltenham, GL53 9RP · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 288
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in GL53, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Good14
- Not graded yet6
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every GL53 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
GL53 has 20 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in GL53
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about GL53
Nearby areas
How many schools are in GL53?
GL53 has 20 schools, including 7 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 10 nurseries, 3 independent schools, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in GL53?
The highest-ranked schools in GL53 on Eduscope are Balcarras School, Leckhampton Church of England Primary School, Charlton Kings Junior School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in GL53?
There are 3 independent schools in GL53. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in GL53 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in GL53?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 20 schools in GL53 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.