Peatmoor Community Primary School
91%
Capacity
192
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Peatmoor Community Primary School
Peatmoor Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Swindon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 192 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Peatmoor Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Libby Matthews, it falls under Swindon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8103rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 51 in Swindon.
Peatmoor Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 30 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
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 Peatmoor Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Netball, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, Peatmoor 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Pepperbox Hill, Swindon, Swindon, SN5 5DP |
| Headteacher | Libby Matthews |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 192 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.8% |
| School Capacity | 192 / 210 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8103rd of 13,686
Nationally
771st of 1,469
In South West
30th of 51
In Swindon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
59%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
65
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pepperbox Hill, Swindon
Swindon, SN5 5DP
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