Liden Primary and Nursery School

URN: 131901 • Swindon SN3 6EX

Overview

Name
Liden Primary and Nursery School
URN
131901
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
54.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jeff Mason (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Liden Primary & Nursery School, Liden Drive, Swindon SN3 6EX

Summary

Liden Primary and Nursery School, located in Swindon, is a community school that caters to a mixed-gender population of 434 pupils, with a capacity of 504. The school is dedicated to fostering both academic and social growth, guided by its mission of "Growth through Excellence." The ethos prioritises a happy and caring environment, ensuring that children are at the heart of all activities and initiatives.

The curriculum at Liden is designed to be engaging and experiential, incorporating hands-on learning opportunities such as building an Anderson Shelter and dissecting a sheep’s heart. The school also collaborates with local universities and offers a variety of after-school clubs and inter-school sports competitions. The Early Years setting is well-equipped, and the school boasts one of the largest outdoor play areas in Swindon, complete with extensive facilities for physical activity.

Community involvement is integral to Liden Academy, with strong connections to local families and partner schools within the Excalibur Academies Trust. The school encourages visits for prospective families to experience its welcoming atmosphere and educational offerings firsthand.

Key details

LA
Swindon
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
504
Pupils
434
Boys
209
Girls
225
FSM %
21.40
Open date
1999-09-01
Close date
2021-01-31
Last Ofsted
2019-11-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 434 209 225 504 21.40
2024-09-11 434 209 225 504 21.40
2023-09-11 434 209 225 504 21.40
2022-09-11 434 209 225 504 21.40
2021-09-11 434 209 225 504 21.40
2020-09-11 456 216 240 504 10.30

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