Great Western Academy
Great Western Academy is a secondary located in Swindon, SN25 2PP. 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 952 pupils on roll.
Great Western Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a free schools. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Free schools
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: N/A
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: N/A
Local Authority: Swindon
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1210
Number of Pupils: 952
Number of Boys: 478
Number of Girls: 474
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 12.4
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-20
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: 2023-03-01
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Davis
Phone: 01793209700
Website: www.gwacademy.co.uk
Location: William Morris Way, Tadpole Garden Village
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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 Great Western Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Great Western Academy?
Great Western Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Great Western Academy admit?
Great Western Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Great Western Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Great Western Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Great Western Academy?
Great Western Academy is a free schools offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Great Western Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Great Western Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Great Western Academy?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Great Western Academy in Swindon. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
