Amesbury Archer Primary School
95%
Capacity
401
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Amesbury Archer Primary School
Amesbury Archer Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 401 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Amesbury Archer Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Webber, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12006th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 128th out of 159 in Wiltshire.
Amesbury Archer Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 51 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
Amesbury Archer Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 78% recommending the school (63 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Amesbury Archer Primary School include Forest School, Library, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cross Country, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Amesbury Archer 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Shears Drive, Amesbury, Wiltshire, SP4 7XX |
| Headteacher | David Webber |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 401 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.4% |
| School Capacity | 401 / 420 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jul 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12006th of 13,686
Nationally
1221st of 1,469
In South West
128th of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
43%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
63 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed51
93
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Shears Drive, Amesbury
Wiltshire, SP4 7XX
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