Springbank Primary Academy
Cheltenham, GL51 0PH · Gloucestershire · primary school
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156th of 218 primary schools in Gloucestershire we can score, 241 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.4/10 against 2,131 of them, against 3.0/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Springbank Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in gymnastics and tennis.
Getting in
The published school roll is 435 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in maths? How are the gymnastics and tennis sessions scheduled within the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Springbank Primary Academy
Overview
Springbank Primary Academy is a primary school where pupils enjoy learning and feel safe, nurtured, and cared for. The report highlights a warm, welcoming community with strong relationships between staff and pupils, noting that children are polite, friendly, and proud of their school. Leaders have high aspirations for pupils, and the curriculum generally supports progressive learning, though some subjects require refinement.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, are motivated to learn, and feel safe, with bullying described as "not an issue."
- Early years provision is strong, with children developing language skills, creativity, and physical coordination through "well-planned activities."
- Reading is taught effectively from Nursery to Key Stage 1, with pupils learning to read confidently and discussing stories knowledgeably.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those receiving pupil premium funding are supported successfully.
- Trustees provide "effective scrutiny and support," and staff are "overwhelmingly proud" to work at the school.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum is "not yet fully embedded in some subjects," meaning some pupils lack sufficient prior knowledge for complex concepts; leaders must ensure it is "well sequenced in all subjects."
- Some pupils do not attend regularly, missing vital education; the school must ensure families understand the link between attendance and future opportunities.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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