St Edward's School
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, South West · GL53 8EY
A small Catholic independent school in Cheltenham, St Edward's takes pupils from 11 through to the sixth form, where around 60 of its 257 students continue their studies. Its modest size lends it an intimate character, and the Independent Schools Inspectorate judged it good at its most recent inspection, with personal development also rated good and all compliance standards met. Founded on a Roman Catholic ethos, it offers a non-boarding, day school environment for mixed pupils across the secondary years.
257
Pupils
good
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 11-18
- Pupils
- 257
- Location
- Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, South West
- Website
- www.stedwards.co.uk
- Telephone
- 01242 388555
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mrs Anna
Latest results
Attainment 8
38.5
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Pupils work towards GCSEs and A-levels, with the option of an Extended Project Qualification to stretch independent research skills in the sixth form. The published Attainment 8 figure of 38.5 sits below the national average of 46.9, and the reported proportion gaining grade 5 or above in English and Maths is low against the national picture, so families will want to discuss results and individual progress directly with the school.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 60
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- RC
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- good
- Last inspected
- 7 October 2025
The last word
A small, faith-rooted day school in Cheltenham led by Mrs Anna, best suited to families who value a close-knit Catholic setting and a personal approach over headline league-table positions.
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St Edward's School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is St Edward's School located?
St Edward's School is located at Cirencester Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, GL53 8EY.
What type of school is St Edward's School?
St Edward's School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend St Edward's School?
St Edward's School has approximately 257 pupils on roll.
What is St Edward's School's inspection rating?
St Edward's School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 7 October 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.