Sheldon School
Sheldon School is a secondary located in Wiltshire, SN14 6HJ. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,626 pupils on roll.
Sheldon School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Wiltshire
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1800
Number of Pupils: 1626
Number of Boys: 807
Number of Girls: 819
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 17.1
Last Changed Date: 2025-04-23
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: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2024-05-13
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Lynch
Phone: 01249766020
Website: http://www.sheldonschool.co.uk
Location: Hardenhuish Lane
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sheldon School
What is the Ofsted rating of Sheldon School?
Sheldon School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Sheldon School admit?
Sheldon School admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Sheldon School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Sheldon School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Sheldon School?
Sheldon School is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Sheldon School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Sheldon School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Sheldon School?
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