Seven Fields Primary School
80%
Capacity
269
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Seven Fields Primary School
Seven Fields Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Swindon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 269 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 336 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Seven Fields Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Gillian Young, it falls under Swindon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 26% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13421st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 51 in Swindon.
Seven Fields Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 23 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Seven Fields Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Art Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 67.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, Seven Fields 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Leigh Road, Swindon, Swindon, SN2 5DE |
| Headteacher | Gillian Young |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 269 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 67.7% |
| School Capacity | 269 / 336 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (26%)
13421st of 13,686
Nationally
1434th of 1,469
In South West
51st of 51
In Swindon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
26%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
39%
'23/24
26%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 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
Leigh Road, Swindon
Swindon, SN2 5DE
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