Lea and Garsdon Church of England Primary School
71%
Capacity
150
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Lea and Garsdon Church of England Primary School
Lea and Garsdon Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 150 pupils on roll, operating at 71% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Lea and Garsdon Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sian Alderson, it falls under Wiltshire 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 9615th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 93rd out of 159 in Wiltshire.
Lea and Garsdon Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 29 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lea and Garsdon Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Lea and Garsdon 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | The Street, Malmesbury, Wiltshire, SN16 9PG |
| Headteacher | Sian Alderson |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 150 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.0% |
| School Capacity | 150 / 210 (71% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9615th of 13,686
Nationally
936th of 1,469
In South West
93rd of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lea and Garsdon Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
The Street, Malmesbury
Wiltshire, SN16 9PG
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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