Churchfields, the Village School

URN: 130388 • Melksham SN12 8HY

Overview

Name
Churchfields, the Village School
URN
130388
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Simon Futcher (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01225703026
Website
Visit
Address
Bradford Road, Melksham SN12 8HY

Summary

Churchfields, the Village School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Melksham, Wiltshire, serving a mixed-gender population of 123 pupils with a capacity of 154. The school operates across two sites in Atworth and Monkton Farleigh, fostering a strong sense of community and belonging. The ethos of the school emphasizes the development of reflective, resourceful, and resilient learners, as highlighted by the positive feedback from the recent Ofsted inspection in September 2022, which rated the school as 'Good'.

The curriculum at Churchfields is broad and ambitious, designed to meet the diverse needs of its pupils. Staff maintain high expectations, encouraging students to engage enthusiastically with their learning and persist through challenges. The school also provides various support services, including a breakfast club and wrap-around care, ensuring that children have a nurturing environment that promotes their well-being and readiness for the school day.

Churchfields actively involves parents and the wider community through events and open days, creating opportunities for engagement and collaboration. The school is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable learning environment where pupils can thrive academically and socially.

Key details

LA
Wiltshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
154
Pupils
123
Boys
55
Girls
68
FSM %
9.80
Open date
2006-04-01
Close date
2025-02-28
Last Ofsted
2022-09-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 123 55 68 154 9.80
2024-09-11 123 61 62 154 7.30
2023-09-11 127 59 68 154 11.00
2022-09-11 127 59 68 154 11.00
2021-09-11 133 64 69 154 12.80
2020-09-11 122 63 59 137 9.00

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