Bridlewood Primary School
97%
Capacity
226
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Bridlewood Primary School
Bridlewood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Swindon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 226 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 234 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bridlewood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Vicky Sammon, it falls under Swindon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8897th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 51 in Swindon.
Bridlewood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 24 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bridlewood Primary School include Forest School, Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, Bridlewood 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Chartwell Road, Swindon, Swindon, SN25 2EX |
| Headteacher | Vicky Sammon |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 226 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.8% |
| School Capacity | 226 / 234 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8897th of 13,686
Nationally
856th of 1,469
In South West
32nd of 51
In Swindon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Chartwell Road, Swindon
Swindon, SN25 2EX
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