The Ridgeway School & Sixth Form College

URN: 137160 • Swindon SN4 9DJ

Overview

Name
The Ridgeway School & Sixth Form College
URN
137160
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE WHITE HORSE FEDERATION
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Adrian Cush (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01793846100
Website
Visit
Address
Inverary Road, Swindon SN4 9DJ

Summary

The Ridgeway School & Sixth Form College is a coeducational secondary school located in Wroughton, Swindon, with a current enrolment of 1,573 students and a capacity of 1,450. Established in 1967, it was the first purpose-built comprehensive school in Wiltshire. The school operates as an academy converter and offers a curriculum that includes GCSEs, BTECs, and a range of A-levels in the sixth form, aiming to inspire students and prepare them for future challenges.

The school’s ethos centres on creating a FAIR community, where students, staff, and families are supported to achieve their potential. Ridgeway prioritises strong staff-student relationships, fostering an environment where every student is encouraged to develop resilience and resourcefulness. The school also provides extensive extracurricular and leadership opportunities, promoting personal growth and a passion for lifelong learning.

Ridgeway is part of The White Horse Federation, which is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The school prides itself on its inclusive approach, ensuring that all students, regardless of their background, have access to high-quality education and support.

Key details

LA
Swindon
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE WHITE HORSE FEDERATION
Capacity
1450
Pupils
1573
Boys
813
Girls
760
FSM %
16.50
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-04-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1573 813 760 1450 16.50
2024-09-11 1603 843 760 1450 15.00
2023-09-11 1626 839 787 1450 13.70
2022-09-11 1626 839 787 1450 13.70
2021-09-11 1642 851 791 1450 12.00
2020-09-11 1586 819 767 1450 9.40

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