State School
#22 in Best Primary Schools in Cheltenham
Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School
Work here? Update your school profile
Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School
- Primary
- Cheltenham GL52 6QZ
1 schools in compare list
Ofsted report
Notify us of new Ofsted report
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
Quick insights from ofsted Powered by AI
This insight was generated by AI, based on latest Ofsted report.
Foundational Skills: Pupils learn 'the basics' well, with success in reading and mathematics.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders are bringing further improvements, providing pupils with a wide range of subjects.
Areas Needing Improvement: Curriculum depth in some subjects like science is superficial; more demanding plans needed.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve very well in reading and mathematics by the time they leave for secondary school.
Support for Falling Behind: Hesitant readers get the precise support needed to catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are respectful to one another and behave well.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND do well due to additional support received.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Staff are quick to respond to poor behaviour; pupils feel safe.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Effective pastoral support ensures pupils' well-being and safety.
Parent Feedback: Parents have positive views about the school.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy science weeks, musical events, choir, and sporting activities.
Teacher Engagement: Senior leaders ensure teachers provide timely support for pupils needing extra help.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers plan work meeting pupils' needs well, leading to accurate number work in maths.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers' plans in some subjects are being upgraded for better implementation.
Historical Ofsted reports
Contact
Suggest an edit
About Us
Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Gloucestershire, South West.
It has 207 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 77% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
Distance calculator
Simply click on 'Detect My Location' to find out the distance from your current location to the school.
Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School
Nearby Schools in Your Area
From the Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School
Welcome to our brand-new website. While we are still making improvements to it, the website does provide you with information about our school that we hope will be helpful to you. But if you want to learn more, get in touch with us to schedule a visit or to ask any questions you might have. We are proud of the Holy Apostles' tradition, which is supported by the school's Christian ethos and guarantees that our students are well-behaved, taught to care for themselves and each other, and enabled to achieve high standards in all areas of their school life under the care and supervision of our staff. Our goal is to make sure that every student will graduate from our programme with the necessary skills to meet their future challenges. The high priority and value we place on our connections with parents, the Church, and the community is essential to achieving this. Visitors frequently remark on the upbeat and productive environment, which is something we value tremendously and continue to encourage. We are eager to get to know you and collaborate with you to keep Holy Apostles' School the unique setting that it is today.
Read more
Compare with similar schools
| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
C
|
B-
|
C+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.2 | - | 19.8 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 111 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 108 | 107 | 108 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 106 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 108 | 97 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 77% | 55.38% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 6.83% | 7.4% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.8 | Above Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 107 1 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 2 | 95 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 77% | 60.49% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% 4 | 10.6% | 9.69% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 1.6 | Above Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 108 1 | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 1 | 95 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 77% 4 | 58.69% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% 7 | 9.7% | 9.14% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0 | - |
| Maths | 2.3 | Above Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 107 | 92 | 93 |
| Reading | 109 | 93 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 73% | 56.33% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 9.26% | 8.17% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 3.7 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.9 | Above Average |
Best Schools 2025
Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School Rankings
Snobe ranks nearly 20,000+ schools according to their exam results, teaching quality, resources & many more indicators. (How Do We Calculate Rankings?)
How Do We Calculate Rankings?
Our school rankings are meticulously determined through a rigorous process:
This meticulous process ensures our rankings provide accurate and meaningful insights for your school choices.
Admission
Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1