Oakhurst Community Primary School
101%
Capacity
425
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Oakhurst Community Primary School
Oakhurst Community 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 425 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oakhurst Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Christopher, it falls under Swindon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7537th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 51 in Swindon.
Oakhurst Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 38 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oakhurst Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Rounders, Cricket, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Choir, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, Oakhurst Community 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 | Pioneer Road, Swindon, Swindon, SN25 2HY |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Christopher |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 425 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.4% |
| School Capacity | 425 / 420 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Apr 2018): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7537th of 13,686
Nationally
716th of 1,469
In South West
28th of 51
In Swindon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
61%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 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
Pioneer Road, Swindon
Swindon, SN25 2HY
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