St Edward's School
URN: 115794 • Cheltenham GL53 8EY
Overview
- Name
- St Edward's School
- URN
- 115794
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 40.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Burke (since 2025) , Headmistress
- Telephone
- 01242388555
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cirencester Road, Cheltenham GL53 8EY
Summary
St Edward's School is an independent co-educational institution located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, catering to students aged 11-18. With a current enrollment of 257 pupils against a capacity of 475, the school fosters an inclusive environment that welcomes students from diverse backgrounds and faiths. The school prioritises a strong pastoral care system, ensuring that students feel secure and valued, which is essential for their academic and personal growth.
The curriculum at St Edward's is guided by the High Performance Learning (HPL) philosophy, encouraging students to challenge themselves and exceed their perceived potential. The school is committed to providing a holistic education, focusing not only on academic excellence but also on developing critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills. Students consistently achieve positive value-added outcomes at GCSE and A Level, reflecting their progress and the school’s supportive learning environment.
St Edward's ethos revolves around nurturing, inspiring, and enabling students to succeed. The school aims to create a vibrant community where each learner is known and supported, fostering confidence and ambition. With a dedicated staff and a focus on individual attention, St Edward's prepares students for future success in both their academic and personal lives.
The curriculum at St Edward's is guided by the High Performance Learning (HPL) philosophy, encouraging students to challenge themselves and exceed their perceived potential. The school is committed to providing a holistic education, focusing not only on academic excellence but also on developing critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills. Students consistently achieve positive value-added outcomes at GCSE and A Level, reflecting their progress and the school’s supportive learning environment.
St Edward's ethos revolves around nurturing, inspiring, and enabling students to succeed. The school aims to create a vibrant community where each learner is known and supported, fostering confidence and ambition. With a dedicated staff and a focus on individual attention, St Edward's prepares students for future success in both their academic and personal lives.
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Nearby alternatives
- Gloucestershire Hospital Education Service (72.7)
- Belmont School (64.5)
- Battledown Centre for Children and Families (60.9)
- University of Gloucestershire (58.7)
- Bettridge School (55.2)
Key details
- LA
- Gloucestershire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 475
- Pupils
- 257
- Boys
- 126
- Girls
- 131
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1958-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Gloucestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 257 | 126 | 131 | 475 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 280 | 151 | 129 | 475 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 290 | 156 | 134 | 475 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 290 | 156 | 134 | 475 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 292 | 158 | 134 | 475 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 331 | 180 | 151 | 475 | 0.00 |
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