Queen's Crescent School
99%
Capacity
415
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Queen's Crescent School
Queen's Crescent School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 415 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Queen's Crescent School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Essam, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4811th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 159 in Wiltshire.
Queen's Crescent School is a popular choice with families — it received 109 applications for 60 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Queen's Crescent School include Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Swimming, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Gardening, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Queen's Crescent 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 | Windsor Close, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 0QT |
| Headteacher | James Essam |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 415 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.6% |
| School Capacity | 415 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4811th of 13,686
Nationally
430th of 1,469
In South West
43rd of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
68%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
109
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Queen's Crescent School
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Contact Information
Windsor Close, Chippenham
Wiltshire, SN14 0QT
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