Somerfords' Walter Powell CofE Academy
64%
Capacity
58
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Somerfords' Walter Powell CofE Academy
Somerfords' Walter Powell CofE Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 58 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Somerfords' Walter Powell CofE Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Shaun Carter, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
Somerfords' Walter Powell CofE Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 6 applications for 3 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Somerfords' Walter Powell CofE Academy include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Netball, Tennis, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Art Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Somerfords' Walter Powell CofE Academy 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Dauntsey Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 5HS |
| Headteacher | Shaun Carter |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 58 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.1% |
| School Capacity | 58 / 90 (64% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed3
6
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dauntsey Road, Chippenham
Wiltshire, SN15 5HS
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