Covingham Park Primary School
88%
Capacity
368
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Covingham Park Primary School
Covingham Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Swindon community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 368 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Covingham Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo Fraser, it falls under Swindon local authority.
Covingham Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 39 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Covingham Park Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, Covingham Park 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | The Harriers, Swindon, Swindon, SN3 5BD |
| Headteacher | Jo Fraser |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 368 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.1% |
| School Capacity | 368 / 420 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Mar 2020Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Mar 2020): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Mar 2016. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Harriers, Swindon
Swindon, SN3 5BD
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