Moredon Primary School
91%
Capacity
382
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Moredon Primary School
Moredon Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Swindon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 382 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Moredon Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Leach, it falls under Swindon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1951st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 51 in Swindon.
Moredon Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 41 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 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 Moredon Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Netball, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, Moredon 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Moredon Road, Swindon, Swindon, SN2 2JG |
| Headteacher | Claire Leach |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 382 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.7% |
| School Capacity | 382 / 420 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1951st of 13,686
Nationally
173rd of 1,469
In South West
9th of 51
In Swindon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
78%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 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.
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Contact Information
Moredon Road, Swindon
Swindon, SN2 2JG
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