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Dean Close School

Shelburne Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 6HE

Key Facts

Mr B J Salisbury Headteacher

Co-ed Gender

499 Total Pupils

Town Location

Day & Boarding Type

12 - 19 Age Range

Mainstream Mainstream/Special

Church of England Religious Ethos

About

Located in the heart of Cheltenham, Dean Close School offers a vibrant educational environment that fosters both academic excellence and personal growth. With a rich heritage spanning over 130 years, the school is committed to nurturing the individual talents of each student while promoting a strong sense of community. A diverse range of extracurricular activities complements a rigorous curriculum, ensuring that pupils are well-prepared for future challenges. The dedicated staff strive to create a supportive atmosphere where every child can thrive and discover their passions.

Fees
Per Term

Day Fees

£11,332 (inc. VAT)

Boarding Fees

£13,169 – £16,736 (inc. VAT)

Pupil Information

Total Pupils

499 pupils

The total number of pupils enrolled at the school.

Boys

277 / 55.51%

Girls

222 / 44.49%

With SEN Support

133 / 26.65%

With SEN EHCP

0 / 0.00%

A-Level Performance
2024

Progress Score

0.15
Above Average

These figures tell you how much progress students who studied A levels at this school or college made between the end of key stage 4 and the end of their A level studies, compared to similar students across England. These scores are also known as 'value added' scores.

The scores are calculated by comparing the A-level results of students at this school or college with the A level results of students in schools and colleges across England who started with similar results at the end of the previous key stage – key stage 4.

A score above zero means students made more progress, on average, than students across England who got similar results at the end of key stage 4. A score below zero means students made less progress, on average, than students across England who got similar results at the end of key stage 4.

Average Result

B

This tells you the average grade that students achieved per A level entry.

AAB (with ≥2 Facilitating Subjects)

28.20%

Facilitating A levels are ones that are commonly needed for entry to leading universities. They are: biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, further mathematics, geography, history, English literature and classical or modern languages.

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Inspected by ISI

This school is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI).

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