Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior School
85%
Capacity
204
Pupils
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Demand
About Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior School
Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Swindon community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 239 places).
Ofsted has rated Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katie Cook, it falls under Swindon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12496th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 51 in Swindon.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior School include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Tennis, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Beaumaris Road, Oliver Tomkins Schools, Swindon, Swindon, SN5 8LW |
| Headteacher | Katie Cook |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.5% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 239 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Oct 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 1 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12496th of 13,686
Nationally
1298th of 1,469
In South West
48th of 51
In Swindon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
40%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior School
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Contact Information
Beaumaris Road, Oliver Tomkins Schools, Swindon
Swindon, SN5 8LW
Beaumaris Road, Oliver Tomkins Schools, Swindon
Swindon, SN5 8LW
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