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Springbank Primary Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Springbank Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 443 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

443

Pupils

420

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Springbank Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Springbank Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Gloucestershire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 443 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Gloucestershire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Springbank Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Springbank Road, Cheltenham, GL51 0PH
Local authority
Gloucestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
35% of pupils
DfE URN
137194

Other Primary Schools in Cheltenham

If Springbank Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Cheltenham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Springbank Primary Academy

Is Springbank Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Springbank Primary Academy currently has 443 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Springbank Primary Academy?

Admission to Springbank Primary Academy is managed by Gloucestershire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Springbank Primary Academy cover?

Springbank Primary Academy is a primary school in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Springbank Primary Academy?

Springbank Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.