Kington St Michael Church of England Primary School
97%
Capacity
136
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Kington St Michael Church of England Primary School
Kington St Michael Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 136 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Kington St Michael Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria O'Brien, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5034th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 159 in Wiltshire.
Kington St Michael Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 16 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
Kington St Michael Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (75 responses).
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 Kington St Michael Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Netball, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Kington St Michael Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | The Ridings, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6JG |
| Headteacher | Victoria O'Brien |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 136 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.3% |
| School Capacity | 136 / 140 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5034th of 13,686
Nationally
454th of 1,469
In South West
46th of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
75 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
54
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kington St Michael Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
The Ridings, Chippenham
Wiltshire, SN14 6JG
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