Alderbury and West Grimstead Church of England Primary School
67%
Capacity
141
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Alderbury and West Grimstead Church of England Primary School
Alderbury and West Grimstead Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 141 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Alderbury and West Grimstead Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Kate Malcolm, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
Alderbury and West Grimstead Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 18 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Alderbury and West Grimstead Church of England Primary School include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Library, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Rounders, Football, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Gardening, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Alderbury and West Grimstead Church of England Primary School is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Firs Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 3BD |
| Headteacher | Kate Malcolm |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 141 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.1% |
| School Capacity | 141 / 210 (67% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
22
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (82% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Firs Road, Salisbury
Wiltshire, SP5 3BD
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