Pembroke Park Primary School
44%
Capacity
191
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Pembroke Park Primary School
Pembroke Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 191 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (44% of 436 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pembroke Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare McCracken, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11974th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 126th out of 159 in Wiltshire.
Pembroke Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 16 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 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 Pembroke Park Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Dance, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Pembroke Park 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 | Devizes Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 9LY |
| Headteacher | Clare McCracken |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 191 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.6% |
| School Capacity | 191 / 436 (44% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
11974th of 13,686
Nationally
1214th of 1,469
In South West
126th of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
43%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed16
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Devizes Road, Salisbury
Wiltshire, SP2 9LY
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