Benhall Infant School vs Dean Close Preparatory School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 1.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benhall Infant School
Cheltenham · Local authority primary · Ages 4–7
231 students
Dean Close Preparatory School
Cheltenham · Independent all-through · Ages 2–14
436 students
| Measure | Benhall Infant School Cheltenham, South West | Dean Close Preparatory School Cheltenham, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 85 Top 10% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #130 of 1,695 | – |
| National rank | #1376 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 4–7 | Ages 2–14 |
| Students | 231 | 436 |
| Pupils on roll | 231 | 436 |
| Free school meals | 8.7% | – |
| Capacity filled | 128.3% | 85.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Cheltenham | Cheltenham |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.benhallinfantschool.co.uk/ | – |
The verdict
- •Dean Close Preparatory School is the larger school with 436 students compared with 231.
- •Benhall Infant School is a local authority school while Dean Close Preparatory School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Benhall Infant School better than Dean Close Preparatory School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Benhall Infant School and Dean Close Preparatory School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Cheltenham and Cheltenham in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Benhall Infant School: 231. Dean Close Preparatory School: 436. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Benhall Infant School and Dean Close Preparatory School rank in South West?
Benhall Infant School is 130th of 1,695 and Dean Close Preparatory School is unranked among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).