Shaw Ridge Primary School
101%
Capacity
424
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Shaw Ridge Primary School
Shaw Ridge 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 424 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Shaw Ridge Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sally Cowell, it falls under Swindon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7266th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 51 in Swindon.
Shaw Ridge Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 132 applications for 54 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 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 Shaw Ridge Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Gymnastics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Choir, Chess.
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 Swindon, Shaw Ridge 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 | Ridge Green, Swindon, Swindon, SN5 5PU |
| Headteacher | Sally Cowell |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 424 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.6% |
| School Capacity | 424 / 420 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7266th of 13,686
Nationally
688th of 1,469
In South West
26th of 51
In Swindon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
62%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
132
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ridge Green, Swindon
Swindon, SN5 5PU
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