Broad Chalke CofE Primary School
95%
Capacity
199
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Broad Chalke CofE Primary School
Broad Chalke CofE 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 199 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Broad Chalke CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Heather Luft, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
Broad Chalke CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 29 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
Broad Chalke CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 82% recommending the school (114 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Broad Chalke CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Tennis, Football, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Science Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Broad Chalke CofE 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 | Newtown, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 5DS |
| Headteacher | Heather Luft |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 199 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.5% |
| School Capacity | 199 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
114 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Newtown, Salisbury
Wiltshire, SP5 5DS
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