Liden Academy
80%
Capacity
403
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Liden Academy
Liden Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Swindon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 403 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 504 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Liden Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jeff Mason, it falls under Swindon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10516th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 51 in Swindon.
Liden Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 37 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Liden Academy include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Tennis, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, Liden Academy 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Liden Drive, Swindon, Swindon, SN3 6EX |
| Headteacher | Jeff Mason |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 403 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.5% |
| School Capacity | 403 / 504 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10516th of 13,686
Nationally
1028th of 1,469
In South West
41st of 51
In Swindon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
50%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed37
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Liden Academy
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Contact Information
Liden Drive, Swindon
Swindon, SN3 6EX
Journey to School
Journey times are estimates based on current conditions. Actual times may vary.
