Ashley Manor Preparatory School
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, South West · GL52 6NR
Set in Cheltenham, Ashley Manor is a small Roman Catholic prep school taking children from the earliest years right through to age eleven. With around 269 pupils, it offers a close-knit setting where staff are likely to know each child well across that long span from age one to eleven. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest grade of 'excellent', and compliance standards were fully met. Nearly twelve per cent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting a school accustomed to helping children with a range of learning needs.
269
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£16,452
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 1-11
- Pupils
- 269
- Location
- Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, South West
- Website
- https://www.stedwards.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01242 388550
Headteacher
Headmaster Mr Paul Fathers
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Teaching & academics
The ISI rated the quality of pupils' achievement as excellent, a strong endorsement for a school of this size. Personal development was judged excellent too, pointing to an environment where character and wellbeing are taken as seriously as classroom progress. With around one in eight pupils on SEN support, the school appears equipped to tailor its teaching to individual children.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 11.79%
- EHC plans
- 0.36%
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- RC
- Boarding
- No
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £10,233 - £16,452
Available
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 6 May 2025
The last word
A small Catholic prep with an across-the-board 'excellent' from inspectors, suited to families wanting attentive, values-led schooling through to eleven-plus. Day fees run from £10,233 to £16,452, with bursaries available.
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Ashley Manor Preparatory School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Ashley Manor Preparatory School located?
Ashley Manor Preparatory School is located at London Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, Cheltenham, GL52 6NR.
What type of school is Ashley Manor Preparatory School?
Ashley Manor Preparatory School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend Ashley Manor Preparatory School?
Ashley Manor Preparatory School has approximately 269 pupils on roll.
What is Ashley Manor Preparatory School's inspection rating?
Ashley Manor Preparatory School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 6 May 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.