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The Richard Pate School Catchment Area

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

The Richard Pate School is a other independent not applicable school in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 296 pupils, and a capacity of 310 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

296

Pupils

310

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

The Richard Pate School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for The Richard Pate School is set by Gloucestershire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 95% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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.

Find Gloucestershire catchment area documents →

The Richard Pate School — School Information

Full address
Southern Road, Leckhampton, Cheltenham, GL53 9RP
Local authority
Gloucestershire
School type
Other independent school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
3–11 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
DfE URN
115801

Other Not applicable Schools in Cheltenham

If The Richard Pate School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Cheltenham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Richard Pate School

Is The Richard Pate School oversubscribed?

The Richard Pate School is operating close to its capacity of 310 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Richard Pate School?

Admission to The Richard Pate School 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 The Richard Pate School cover?

The Richard Pate School is a not applicable school in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.