Woodlands Primary School
80%
Capacity
210
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Woodlands Primary School
Woodlands Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woodlands Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Kitley, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12218th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 134th out of 159 in Wiltshire.
Woodlands Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 21 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 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 Woodlands Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Athletics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Woodlands 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Winding Way, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 9DY |
| Headteacher | Matthew Kitley |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.9% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 262 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12218th of 13,686
Nationally
1264th of 1,469
In South West
134th of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
42%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
25
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Winding Way, Salisbury
Wiltshire, SP2 9DY
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