Best 3 Primary schools in Swindon – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Haydon Wick Primary School (Primary) in Swindon; Rodbourne Cheney Primary School (Primary) in Swindon; East Wichel Primary School & Nursery (Primary) in SWINDON — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Haydon Wick Primary School, Rodbourne Cheney Primary School and East Wichel Primary School & Nursery. They are primary phase and academy converter and community school type located around Swindon, Wiltshire and SWINDON, Wiltshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Haydon Wick Primary School), published Jul 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Haydon Wick Primary School (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 350, combined total ≈ 1,000, typical FSM 10–15%, range 5–10%–15–20%; all within the The White Horse Federation trust.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Haydon Wick Primary School SN25 1HT	Rodbourne Cheney Primary School SN25 3BN	East Wichel Primary School & Nursery SN1 7AG
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Community school
Location	Swindon Wiltshire SN25 1HT	Swindon Wiltshire SN25 3BN	SWINDON Wiltshire SN1 7AG
Latest Ofsted	1 22 Jul 2024	1 18 Sep 2023	1 24 Jan 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 500 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	280	270	420
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	The White Horse Federation	The White Horse Federation	Swindon (866)
Website	www.haydonwick.swindon.sch.uk	www.rodbournecheney.swindon.sch.uk	www.eastwichel.swindon.sch.uk
Telephone	01793706606	01793534710	01793695134
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Haydon Wick Primary School

SN25 1HT

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Swindon
Wiltshire
SN25 1HT
Ofsted: 1 22 Jul 2024
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The White Horse Federation
Website: www.haydonwick.swindon.sch.uk
Telephone: 01793706606

Rodbourne Cheney Primary School

SN25 3BN

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Swindon
Wiltshire
SN25 3BN
Ofsted: 1 18 Sep 2023
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The White Horse Federation
Website: www.rodbournecheney.swindon.sch.uk
Telephone: 01793534710

East Wichel Primary School & Nursery

SN1 7AG

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: SWINDON
Wiltshire
SN1 7AG
Ofsted: 1 24 Jan 2023
Pupils: ≈ 500 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Swindon (866)
Website: www.eastwichel.swindon.sch.uk
Telephone: 01793695134

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.