Ashley Manor Preparatory School
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire · GL52 6NR
Ashley Manor is a nurturing coed preparatory school set across 45 acres of Cotswolds parkland, serving pupils aged 9 months to 11 years. The school balances rigorous academics with creative, pastoral care, and positions itself as a feeder to local grammar schools and selective secondaries. Strong emphasis on outdoor learning and community engagement, with a warm, confidence-building ethos.
- →Dedicated 11+ grammar school preparation with proven track record
- →Substantial grounds and outdoor classroom pedagogy in a natural Cotswolds setting
- →Close ties to Rendcomb College and other selective secondaries in the region
- →Warm, developmentally-sensitive approach alongside academic rigour
Who thrives here
Bright, curious pupils who benefit from a balance of structure and nurture; families seeking a traditional prep education with outdoor learning emphasis and clear pathways to grammar schools or independent secondaries.
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Contact & visit
London Road, Charlton Kings
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
GL52 6NR
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Ashley Manor Preparatory School?
Day fees at Ashley Manor Preparatory School are approximately £17,043 per year (2026/27).
How do you get into Ashley Manor Preparatory School?
Ashley Manor Preparatory School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Ashley Manor Preparatory School a boarding school?
Ashley Manor Preparatory School is a day school in Cheltenham and does not offer boarding.
What is Ashley Manor Preparatory School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Ashley Manor Preparatory School “Excellent” (2020).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Warm, nurturing culture that builds confidence and love of learning
✓Effective 11+ preparation with strong grammar school outcomes
✓Excellent grounds and outdoor learning environment
✓Strong sense of community and inter-school collaboration
✓Accessible, responsive leadership and transparent communication
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted inspected; no official sector validation
!Limited visibility on SEND provision and specialist support infrastructure
!Day-only model limits flexibility for working parents