South Marston Church of England Primary School
91%
Capacity
96
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About South Marston Church of England Primary School
South Marston Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Swindon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 96 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated South Marston Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Marie Hendry, it falls under Swindon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9307th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 51 in Swindon.
South Marston Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 12 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
South Marston Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (21 responses).
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 South Marston Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Rounders, Football, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, South Marston Church of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Old Vicarage Lane, Swindon, Swindon, SN3 4SH |
| Headteacher | Marie Hendry |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 96 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.3% |
| School Capacity | 96 / 105 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 15 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9307th of 13,686
Nationally
906th of 1,469
In South West
33rd of 51
In Swindon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
21 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed12
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About South Marston Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Old Vicarage Lane, Swindon
Swindon, SN3 4SH
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