Lainesmead Primary School and Nursery
87%
Capacity
383
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Lainesmead Primary School and Nursery
Lainesmead Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Swindon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 383 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 440 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lainesmead Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alyssia Mepstead, it falls under Swindon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11830th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 51 in Swindon.
Lainesmead Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 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 Lainesmead Primary School and Nursery include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Netball, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, Lainesmead Primary School and Nursery 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 | Southview Avenue, Swindon, Swindon, SN3 1EA |
| Headteacher | Alyssia Mepstead |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 383 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.1% |
| School Capacity | 383 / 440 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11830th of 13,686
Nationally
1185th of 1,469
In South West
46th of 51
In Swindon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
44%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Southview Avenue, Swindon
Swindon, SN3 1EA
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