Sutton Benger Church of England Primary School
89%
Capacity
160
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Sutton Benger Church of England Primary School
Sutton Benger Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 160 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Sutton Benger Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hayley Clayton, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 476th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 159 in Wiltshire.
Sutton Benger Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 25 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sutton Benger Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Sutton Benger 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 | 40 Chestnut Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 4RP |
| Headteacher | Hayley Clayton |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 160 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.4% |
| School Capacity | 160 / 180 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
476th of 13,686
Nationally
39th of 1,469
In South West
8th of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
88%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
33
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (76% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sutton Benger Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
40 Chestnut Road, Chippenham
Wiltshire, SN15 4RP
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