Wardour Catholic Primary School
81%
Capacity
85
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Wardour Catholic Primary School
Wardour Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 85 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Wardour Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Dixon, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3305th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 159 in Wiltshire.
Wardour Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 15 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
Wardour Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (32 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wardour Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Football, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Wardour Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Wardour, Tisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 6RF |
| Headteacher | Emma Dixon |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 85 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.5% |
| School Capacity | 85 / 105 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3305th of 13,686
Nationally
288th of 1,469
In South West
27th of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
32 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wardour Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Wardour, Tisbury
Wiltshire, SP3 6RF
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