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
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.
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.
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Nearby alternatives
- The Croft Primary School (77.6)
- East Wichel Primary School & Nursery (77.5)
- Rodbourne Cheney Primary School (72.1)
- Drove Primary School (70.2)
- Haydon Wick Primary School (70.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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