Bradon Forest School

URN: 126503 • Swindon SN5 4AT

Overview

Name
Bradon Forest School
URN
126503
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
Andrew Morrison (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
The Peak, Swindon SN5 4AT

Summary

Bradon Forest School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Swindon, Wiltshire, with a capacity of 1,260 students. The school is part of the Athelstan Trust, a multi-academy trust that encompasses several secondary and primary schools across Wiltshire and surrounding areas. Established in 2015, the trust aims to support over four thousand students in achieving their academic and personal potential.

The school promotes a supportive learning environment underpinned by core values of challenge, aspiration, respect, resilience, and excellence. These values are integral to the school culture, encouraging students to strive for excellence while fostering mutual respect among peers and staff. The curriculum is designed to inspire and motivate students, providing a well-rounded education that includes various extracurricular activities, such as drama and language events.

Bradon Forest School actively engages with the community and emphasizes the importance of social and moral values. The school regularly celebrates achievements and encourages participation in initiatives like Bookopoly, promoting literacy and a love for reading among students.

Key details

LA
Wiltshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1260
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2015-08-31
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1260
2024-09-11 1260
2023-09-11 1260
2022-09-11 1260
2021-09-11 1260
2020-09-11 1260

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