Goddard Park Community Primary School
78%
Capacity
523
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Goddard Park Community Primary School
Goddard Park Community 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 523 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Goddard Park Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mike Welsh, it falls under Swindon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9733rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 51 in Swindon.
Goddard Park Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 54 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Goddard Park Community Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Dance, Athletics, Netball, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, Goddard Park Community 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 | Welcombe Avenue, Swindon, Swindon, SN3 2QN |
| Headteacher | Mike Welsh |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 523 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.5% |
| School Capacity | 523 / 672 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9733rd of 13,686
Nationally
954th of 1,469
In South West
36th of 51
In Swindon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
1%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
54%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
90
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Welcombe Avenue, Swindon
Swindon, SN3 2QN
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