The Grove Primary School
94%
Capacity
396
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About The Grove Primary School
The Grove Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 396 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated The Grove Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stuart Woodburn, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
The Grove Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 42 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
The Grove Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (24 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Grove Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Dance, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Science Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, The Grove 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Hazel Grove, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 0JG |
| Headteacher | Stuart Woodburn |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 396 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.9% |
| School Capacity | 396 / 420 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Nov 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Nov 2018): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Mar 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
24 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hazel Grove, Trowbridge
Wiltshire, BA14 0JG
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