St Mary's Church of England Primary School & Nursery, Purton

URN: 126350 • Swindon SN5 4AR

Overview

Name
St Mary's Church of England Primary School & Nursery, Purton
URN
126350
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Naomi Clarke (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01793770239
Website
Visit
Address
College Road, Swindon SN5 4AR

Summary

St Mary's Church of England Primary School & Nursery, located in Purton, Wiltshire, is a voluntary controlled primary school that serves a mixed-gender population of 343 pupils. With a capacity of 420, the school aims to foster an inclusive environment where every child can thrive, guided by its ethos of "Faith in Everyone to Shine Brightly." The school emphasizes collective worship and values, promoting a safe and respectful atmosphere for learning.

The curriculum at St Mary's is broad and balanced, covering essential subjects such as Mathematics, Science, and Religious Education, alongside creative disciplines like Art and Music. The school also prioritizes personal, social, and health education, ensuring that students develop holistically. Support for pupils with special educational needs and disadvantaged learners is a key focus, with dedicated resources available to enhance their learning experiences.

St Mary's actively engages with the community, offering various clubs and extracurricular activities to enrich student life. The school is committed to safeguarding and child protection, ensuring a safe environment for all children. Parents are encouraged to participate in school activities, fostering a strong partnership between home and school.

Key details

LA
Wiltshire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
343
Boys
182
Girls
161
FSM %
12.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 343 182 161 420 12.80
2024-09-11 362 197 165 420 12.40
2023-09-11 348 190 158 420 14.70
2022-09-11 348 190 158 420 14.70
2021-09-11 367 201 166 420 14.20
2020-09-11 363 201 162 420 11.00

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