Gloucester Road Primary School

Gloucester Road Primary School, located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, is a mixed community primary school with a current enrolment of 206 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 210. The school aims to foster a love of learning, encouraging students to be confident, responsible, and respectful individuals. Its core values—Relationships, Ambition, and Responsibility—guide the school’s ethos, promoting a nurturing environment where every child is expected to achieve their potential.

The curriculum at Gloucester Road is designed to be immersive and challenging, following the Primary National Curriculum. The school emphasizes the development of growth mindsets in children, encouraging them to understand their learning processes and to appreciate the importance of history and its connections to the present. The school also provides wrap-around childcare services, offering a safe and stimulating environment for children before and after school hours.

Community engagement is a key focus, with initiatives such as the Values Champions program, where Year 6 students act as role models for younger pupils. This approach not only supports the school’s values but also fosters a sense of belonging and responsibility within the school community.