Beechcroft Infant School
82%
Capacity
222
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Beechcroft Infant School
Beechcroft Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Swindon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 222 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Beechcroft Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo-Anne Rutt, it falls under Swindon local authority.
Beechcroft Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 123 applications for 70 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Beechcroft Infant School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Gardening, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, Beechcroft Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Beechcroft Road, Beechcroft Infants School, Swindon, Swindon, SN2 7QE |
| Headteacher | Jo-Anne Rutt |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 222 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.3% |
| School Capacity | 222 / 270 (82% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 26 Feb 2014. 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed70
123
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Beechcroft Road, Beechcroft Infants School, Swindon
Swindon, SN2 7QE
Beechcroft Road, Beechcroft Infants School, Swindon
Swindon, SN2 7QE
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