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Swindon Academy

Swindon, SN2 1JRSecondaryAges 2–19MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Progress 8
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Competition
N/A
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Ranking
Not ranked

About Swindon Academy

Swindon Academy sits within the Swindon local authority, one of 15 secondary schools in the area. It is a large all-through state school for pupils aged 2 to 19, with a mixed intake and no religious character. Among its local peers, the school is ranked behind New College Swindon, St Joseph's Catholic College, and Lydiard Park Academy, according to the ranking scores available. The school is led by headteacher Karen Wright and currently educates 1,854 pupils, making it one of the larger secondary settings in the borough. Swindon Academy holds a Good rating from Ofsted, a notable achievement given that no secondary school in the local authority has been rated Outstanding. This places the school in a solid position within the local landscape, offering a reliable option for families seeking a well-regarded state secondary that serves a broad age range under one roof.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range2 to 19 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressBeech Avenue, Swindon, Swindon, SN2 1JR
HeadteacherKaren Wright
Local AuthoritySwindon
Number of Pupils1,854

Facilities

9
LibrarySixth Form CentrePlaying FieldsICT SuiteScience LabsTennis CourtsMusic RoomsDining HallChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

15

Sports

FootballMartial ArtsRoundersRugbyNetballAthleticsHockeyBadmintonCross Country

Clubs & Activities

CodingScience ClubYoung EnterpriseChessDebateNewspaper

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Swindon Academy

Swindon Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.