Dilton Marsh CofE Primary School
77%
Capacity
161
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Dilton Marsh CofE Primary School
Dilton Marsh 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 161 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Dilton Marsh CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jude Clements, 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 12052nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 131st out of 159 in Wiltshire.
Dilton Marsh CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 26 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dilton Marsh CofE Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Cross Country, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Dilton Marsh 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 | High Street, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4DY |
| Headteacher | Jude Clements |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 161 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.8% |
| School Capacity | 161 / 210 (77% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
31 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12052nd of 13,686
Nationally
1232nd of 1,469
In South West
131st 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
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
43%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed26
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
High Street, Westbury
Wiltshire, BA13 4DY
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