The High School Leckhampton

A outstanding free schools school in Gloucestershire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The High School Leckhampton.

Cheltenham, GL513FS Ofsted: Outstanding Age 11-16 Mixed intake
Back to School Search

Performance Score

Overall school rating

Score not available

Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for Progress 8 score, English & Maths grade 4+ %

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
Not published
Raw: No data published
English & Maths grade 4+ %
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: Outstanding

How we weight each phase

Tap to toggle

Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
20 February 2024
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Farm Lane
Leckhampton
Cheltenham, GL513FS

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
148563
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Address
Farm Lane, Leckhampton, Cheltenham, GL51 3FS
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE BALCARRAS TRUST
Capacity
900 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
392
Free School Meals
10.5% (41 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.6% (14 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.4%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
10.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
10.7 (6.8 below average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
16 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
65
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
392 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Prorsum Semper (Always Forward)"

Strive for excellence and encourage resilience Participate, work together, and contribute positively to the community Expand our horizons

UNICEF Rights Respecting School Award (Gold)

Head Teacher's Message

The Headteacher describes The High School Leckhampton as an inaugural flagship school at the heart of its community, with over 750 pupils and a strong emphasis on extra-curricular activities, enrichment, pupil leadership and character development. The message emphasizes high standards, a focus on teaching and learning, continuous improvement, recruitment of excellent staff, and providing enriching opportunities outside the classroom so pupils are curious, confident, and well prepared for 21st century life.

Facilities

Sports Hall Viewing Balcony Changing rooms Activity Studio MUGA Astro pitch

Other Secondary Schools in Gloucestershire

Compare with nearby schools