Kingsdown School

URN: 126502 • Swindon SN2 7SH

Overview

Name
Kingsdown School
URN
126502
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Wendy Taylor (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Hyde Road, Swindon SN2 7SH

Summary

Kingsdown School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Stratton St Margaret, Swindon, with a capacity of 1,251 students. The school aims to create a vibrant learning environment where students take pride in their education, behaviour, and aspirations. The staff at Kingsdown are dedicated to providing high-quality teaching and support, ensuring the well-being of each student is a priority.

The curriculum at Kingsdown School is designed to foster academic excellence, with a strong emphasis on achieving positive outcomes in GCSE examinations. Recent results indicate an increase in the percentage of students achieving five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, as well as success in the English Baccalaureate qualification. The school is committed to continuous improvement and has a clear vision of becoming a "School of Excellence."

Kingsdown School is part of the River Learning Trust, which enhances its community ties and collaborative opportunities. The school encourages parental involvement and provides various resources, including a parent portal and regular communication regarding student progress and school events.

Key details

LA
Swindon
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1251
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2011-07-31
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1251
2024-09-11 1251
2023-09-11 1251
2022-09-11 1251
2021-09-11 1251
2020-09-11 1251

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