Ivy Lane Primary School
106%
Capacity
444
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Ivy Lane Primary School
Ivy Lane Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 444 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ivy Lane Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Lammin, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9136th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 88th out of 159 in Wiltshire.
Ivy Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 142 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 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 Ivy Lane Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Netball, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Ivy Lane 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 | Ivy Lane, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 1HE |
| Headteacher | Helen Lammin |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 444 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.7% |
| School Capacity | 444 / 420 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jul 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9136th of 13,686
Nationally
883rd of 1,469
In South West
88th of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
56%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
142
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ivy Lane, Chippenham
Wiltshire, SN15 1HE
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