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What is Springbank Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Springbank Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2023).

Where is Springbank Primary Academy located?

Springbank Primary Academy is located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, South West, GL51 0PH.

What age range does Springbank Primary Academy serve?

Springbank Primary Academy serves students aged 2 to 11.

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Springbank Primary Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Springbank Primary Academy

Springbank Primary Academy is a primary academy in Cheltenham, South West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Springbank Primary Academy has 58% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 247 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 25.5%, 29% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 6.2%.

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OfstedGood · 2023KS2 expected58%Attendance93.8%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

Exam & assessment results

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6.4

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Strong71% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Springbank Primary Academy?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 2–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 247 pupils
SEN support: 19% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Pupils who need extra support — 19% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

In context — vs similar-intake schools

The area around this school

Environment score: 52/100

Average surroundings

Air quality76/100

Transport access39/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Springbank Primary Academy

At Springbank Primary Academy, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

70% met the expected standard in reading and 70% in maths.

Attendance at Springbank Primary Academy

Springbank Primary Academy has an overall absence rate of 6.2%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Springbank Primary Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Springbank Primary Academy is 25.5%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Springbank Primary Academy

Springbank Primary Academy has 247 pupils on roll.

29% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

19% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Springbank Primary Academy Ofsted Rating: Good

Springbank Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in October 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Springbank Primary Academy is next inspection expected around 2027.

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Springbank Primary Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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