Tadpole Farm CofE Primary Academy
106%
Capacity
444
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Tadpole Farm CofE Primary Academy
Tadpole Farm CofE Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Swindon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 444 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Tadpole Farm CofE Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher John Spencer, it falls under Swindon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10477th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 51 in Swindon.
Tadpole Farm CofE Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 120 applications for 39 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Tadpole Farm CofE Primary Academy include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Drama, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, Tadpole Farm CofE Primary 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Greene Street, Swindon, Swindon, SN25 2QS |
| Headteacher | John Spencer |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 444 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.4% |
| School Capacity | 444 / 420 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Feb 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10477th of 13,686
Nationally
1025th of 1,469
In South West
40th of 51
In Swindon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
51%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
120
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Greene Street, Swindon
Swindon, SN25 2QS
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