Longford Church of England Primary School
50%
Capacity
45
Pupils
18.0x
Demand
About Longford Church of England Primary School
Longford 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 45 pupils on roll, operating at 50% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Longford Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Hodgson, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
Longford Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 18 applications for 1 places, making it 18.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 1 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Longford Church of England Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Football, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Eco Club, Film Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Longford 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 | High Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 4DS |
| Headteacher | Amanda Hodgson |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 45 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.2% |
| School Capacity | 45 / 90 (50% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed1
18
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
1 families put this school as their 1st choice (6% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
High Road, Salisbury
Wiltshire, SP5 4DS
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