Dean Close Airthrie
CHELTENHAM, Gloucestershire, South West · GL50 2NY
A small independent prep in Cheltenham, Dean Close Airthrie educates a mixed intake of just 56 children from ages three to eleven. Its compact size is one of its defining features, allowing close attention to each pupil within a tight community. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school 'good' overall, while singling out pupils' personal development as 'excellent'. Led by Head Mr Jason Dobbie, the school has no religious affiliation and does not offer boarding.
56
Pupils
good
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-11
- Pupils
- 56
- Location
- CHELTENHAM, Gloucestershire, South West
- Website
- https://www.deancloseairthrie.org.uk/
- Telephone
- 01242 512837
Headteacher
Head Mr Jason Dobbie
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Teaching & academics
The ISI judged the quality of education 'good', a solid endorsement for a school of this scale. Notably, more than half of pupils (around 52%) receive SEN support, an unusually high proportion that points to a strong commitment to individual learning needs. Families seeking a nurturing setting that takes additional needs seriously are likely to find this reassuring.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 51.79%
- EHC plans
- 1.79%
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 13 June 2023
The last word
A genuinely small, non-selective prep where personal development was rated excellent and individual support is central to its character.
The Passmate verdict
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Dean Close Airthrie 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Dean Close Airthrie located?
Dean Close Airthrie is located at 27-29 Christchurch Road, Cheltenham, CHELTENHAM, GL50 2NY.
What type of school is Dean Close Airthrie?
Dean Close Airthrie is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend Dean Close Airthrie?
Dean Close Airthrie has approximately 56 pupils on roll.
What is Dean Close Airthrie's inspection rating?
Dean Close Airthrie is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 13 June 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.