Haydon Wick Primary School
96%
Capacity
268
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Haydon Wick Primary School
Haydon Wick Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Swindon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 268 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 280 places).
the school is led by headteacher Elly Rushen-Gough, it falls under Swindon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11240th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 51 in Swindon.
Haydon Wick Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 124 applications for 40 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Haydon Wick Primary School include Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Gymnastics, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, Haydon Wick 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | The Brow, Swindon, Swindon, SN25 1HT |
| Headteacher | Elly Rushen-Gough |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 268 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.3% |
| School Capacity | 268 / 280 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11240th of 13,686
Nationally
1120th of 1,469
In South West
43rd of 51
In Swindon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
48%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
124
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Brow, Swindon
Swindon, SN25 1HT
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