Sheldon School

URN: 136632 • Chippenham SN14 6HJ

Overview

Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Ofsted rating
n/a
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Peter Lynch (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01249766020
Website
Visit
Address
Hardenhuish Lane, Chippenham SN14 6HJ

Summary

Sheldon School, located in Chippenham, Wiltshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,558 pupils and a capacity of 1,800. The school promotes a supportive ethos encapsulated in its motto, "Be Kind, Be Brave, Be the Best You." This reflects a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive environment for all students.

The curriculum at Sheldon School is diverse, offering a wide range of subjects including Business, Humanities, Languages, and the Arts, alongside core subjects such as Mathematics and Science. The school also places a strong emphasis on personal development through its Personal, Social, and Religious Education programme, as well as various extracurricular activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh's Award and various clubs.

Sheldon School is dedicated to supporting all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), through tailored resources and pastoral teams. The school actively engages with the community and encourages parental involvement through forums and events, fostering a collaborative environment for student success.

Key details

LA
Wiltshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
SHELDON SCHOOL
Capacity
1800
Pupils
1558
Boys
772
Girls
786
FSM %
18.80
Open date
2011-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1558 772 786 1800 18.80
2024-09-11 1626 807 819 1800 17.10
2023-09-11 1619 825 794 1800 12.60
2022-09-11 1619 825 794 1800 12.60
2021-09-11 1662 849 813 1800 10.00
2020-09-11 1691 876 815 1800 8.70

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