Ferndale Primary School & Nursery
Ferndale Primary School & Nursery is a primary located in Swindon, SN2 1NX. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 2 to 11. It currently has approximately 460 pupils on roll.
Ferndale Primary School & Nursery is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. It provides nursery classes for early years children.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Primary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 2 to 11
Boarding: Not applicable
Nursery Provision: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Swindon
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 500
Number of Pupils: 460
Number of Boys: 237
Number of Girls: 223
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 16.6
Last Changed Date: 2025-04-30
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Outstanding
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: 9
Inspection Date: 2014-02-28
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Horrobin
Phone: 01793332425
Website: www.ferndaleprimaryschool.co.uk/
Location: Wiltshire Avenue, Wiltshire Avenue
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ferndale Primary School & Nursery
What is the Ofsted rating of Ferndale Primary School & Nursery?
Ferndale Primary School & Nursery has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Ferndale Primary School & Nursery admit?
Ferndale Primary School & Nursery admits pupils from age 2 to 11.
Is Ferndale Primary School & Nursery a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Ferndale Primary School & Nursery is a mixed school.
What type of school is Ferndale Primary School & Nursery?
Ferndale Primary School & Nursery is a academy converter offering primary education.
What is the crime rate near Ferndale Primary School & Nursery?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Ferndale Primary School & Nursery on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Ferndale Primary School & Nursery?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Ferndale Primary School & Nursery in Swindon. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
