Westbury Leigh CofE Primary School
63%
Capacity
264
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Westbury Leigh CofE Primary School
Westbury Leigh CofE 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 264 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Westbury Leigh CofE Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Debbie Grimsey, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
Westbury Leigh CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 23 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westbury Leigh CofE Primary School include Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Rounders, Athletics, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Westbury Leigh CofE 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 | Sandalwood Road, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 3UR |
| Headteacher | Debbie Grimsey |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 264 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.2% |
| School Capacity | 264 / 420 (63% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sandalwood Road, Westbury
Wiltshire, BA13 3UR
Sandalwood Road, Westbury
Wiltshire, BA13 3UR
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