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Cheltenham College

Other independent school · Cheltenham, GL53 7LD

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National ranking

A-level 2024/25

#198 of 2,536

Better than 92% of schools in England

Ranked by average points per A-level entry.

School facts

TypeOther independent school
Ages2 to 19
Pupils1,134
GenderMixed
Religious characterChurch of England
Admissions policySelective
Head teacherMr Chris Townsend
Local authorityGloucestershire
Opened28 Jul 1841
WebsiteVisit

Source: Get Information about Schools, URN 115795.

GCSE results

2025/26

GCSE and equivalent results at the end of year 11. Attainment 8 averages results across 8 subjects.

MeasureThis schoolGloucestershireEngland
Attainment 8 scoreResults across 8 subjects, English and maths count twice. 50 is about a grade 5 average.14.350.246.2
Grade 4 or above in English and mathsGrade 4 is a standard pass.0%70.1%64.8%
Grade 5 or above in English and mathsGrade 5 is a strong pass.0%52.7%46.3%
Grade 7 or above in English and mathsGrade 7 is roughly an old A grade.0%17.5%14.2%
5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4, including English and maths0%66.8%60.2%
Pupils at the end of key stage 4153--

Source: DfE, Key stage 4 performance, Academic year 2025/26, published 15 Oct 2026.

A-level results

2024/25

Results for students at the end of 16 to 18 study.

MeasureThis schoolGloucestershireEngland
Average points per A-level entryA* is 60, A is 50, B is 40, C is 30, D is 20, E is 10.44.23, better than England, better than Gloucestershire36.2835
Average A-level gradeB+--
Average points, best three A-levels45.53, better than England, better than Gloucestershire36.8335.78
Average grade, best three A-levelsA---
AAB or better34.2%, better than England, better than Gloucestershire20.4%17.5%
A-level progress scoreCompared with students with similar GCSE results. 0 is average.0.56, better than England--
A-level progressWell above average, better than England--
Students at the end of 16 to 18 study159--
Average applied general gradeVocational qualifications, such as BTECs.Dist+--

Source: DfE, 16 to 19 performance, Academic year 2024/25, published 23 Apr 2026.

Pupils

2025/26

Pupils at the January school census.

MeasureThis school
Total pupils1,134
Girls543
Boys591
SEN supportPupils with special educational needs who get extra help at school.203
EHC planEducation, health and care plan: a legal plan for pupils with more complex needs.0

Source: DfE, Schools, pupils and their characteristics and School capacity, Academic year 2025/26, published 04 Jun 2026.

Destinations after A-levels

2023/24

Where students went after 16 to 18 study, sustained for at least two terms.

MeasureThis school
Sustained destinationIn education, an apprenticeship or work for at least two terms.67.5%
Higher education46.4%
Employment19.2%
Not sustainedDid not stay in education, an apprenticeship or work for two terms.11.9%
Further education0%
Apprenticeship0%

Source: DfE, 16 to 18 destination measures, Academic year 2024/25, published 15 Oct 2026.

Nearby schools

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Schools near Cheltenham College
DistancePhaseNameTypeRatingLinks
0.4 miNot applicableCheltenham Ladies' CollegeOther independent school
Unrated
0.5 miPrimaryNaunton Park Primary SchoolCommunity school
Good
0.5 miPrimarySt John's Church of England Primary SchoolVoluntary controlled school
Good
0.7 miPrimaryHoly Trinity Church of England Primary SchoolVoluntary controlled school
Good
0.7 miPrimaryThe Catholic School of Saint Gregory the GreatAcademy converter
Good
0.7 miNot applicableDean Close AirthrieOther independent school
Unrated
0.8 miNot applicableSt Edward's SchoolOther independent school
Unrated
0.9 miPrimaryChrist Church CofE Primary SchoolAcademy converter
Outstanding
0.9 miPrimarySt James' Church of England Primary SchoolAcademy converter
Good
0.9 miPrimaryHoly Apostles' Church of England Primary SchoolVoluntary aided school
Good

Frequently asked questions about Cheltenham College

How does Cheltenham College rank in England?

Cheltenham College ranks 198 of 2,536 schools in England for A-level 2024/25 (better than 92% of schools).

What are Cheltenham College's A-level results?

In 2024/25, the average A-level grade at Cheltenham College was B+, and 34.2% of students got AAB or better (England 17.5%).

How many pupils attend Cheltenham College?

Cheltenham College has 1,134 pupils aged 2 to 19.

Does Cheltenham College have a sixth form?

Yes, Cheltenham College teaches students up to age 19.

Figures are the latest published by the Department for Education for each measure. Small numbers are suppressed by the publisher to protect pupils' privacy. Read how Area360 school ratings and rankings work.