Gloucestershire
St Mark's Church of England Junior School
Dependable results for a comprehensive intake; the journey is the main thing to weigh.
What the data says
Published data, read plainly. It tells you what to check next; it does not guarantee a place or replace your local authority’s admissions guidance.
66% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, above the national average of around 61%.
- 66%
- Expected standard (R+W+M)
- 7%
- Higher standard (R+W+M)
- 2024/2025
- Academic year
KS2 progress scores (reading, writing, maths progress) are not yet surfaced in this summary. Check the performance table section below.
Admissions realism depends on your home postcode and the school's published allocation data. Enter your postcode on this page to get a more specific assessment, and always verify the latest policy on the school's official admissions page.
This school has a Church of England religious character. Admissions may prioritise pupils who meet faith criteria. A Supplementary Information Form (SIF) may be required.
Watch-outs
- Faith admissions criteria apply (Church of England). A Supplementary Information Form may be required. Evidence of faith practice may be needed.
What to do next
- Verify the school's official admissions policy
- Download and review the Supplementary Information Form
- Book an open day or school visit
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Starting school in September 2027
- Primary (Reception): apply by 15 January 2027; offers on 16 April 2027.
National dates for England. You apply through the council where you live, even for a school in another council.
KS2 results history
| Year | Pupils | Expected % | Higher % | Reading | Writing | Maths | Read score | Maths score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024/2025 | — | 66.0% | 7.0% | 81.0% | 81.0% | 76.0% | 107.0 | 106.0 |
| 2023/2024 | — | 65.0% | 9.0% | 80.0% | 78.0% | 84.0% | 107.0 | 106.0 |
| 2022/2023 | — | 67.0% | 5.0% | 80.0% | 82.0% | 73.0% | 106.0 | 104.0 |
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School information
| URN | 115712 |
| Local authority | Gloucestershire |
| Region | South West |
| Phase | Primary |
| Type | Voluntary aided school |
| Gender of entry | Mixed |
| Age range | 7-11 |
| Headteacher | Headteacher Angharad Fitch |
| Trust | — |
| Admissions | Not applicable |
| Religious character | Church of England |
| Postcode | GL51 6NU |
| Pupils | 233 |
| FSM eligible | 13.7% |
Contact and identifiers
Robert Burns Avenue, Benhall, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 6NU
www.stmarksjunior.com1242702280| DfE number | 3363 |
| UKPRN | 10078542 |
| Opened | — |
| GIAS updated | 9 Jan 2026 |
Data sources and freshness
| Official record updated | 9 Jan 2026 |
| Latest KS4 year | — |
| Latest KS2 year | 2024/2025 |
| Ofsted published | — |
Latest Ofsted inspection
| Quality of education | — |
| Behaviour and attitudes | — |
| Personal development | — |
| Leadership and management | — |
| Safeguarding | — |
| Inspection type | — |
| Category of concern | — |
| Inspection date | — |
| Publication date | — |