Gorse Hill Primary School
URN: 138004 • Swindon SN2 8BZ
Overview
- Name
- Gorse Hill Primary School
- URN
- 138004
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 67.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Susan Kershaw (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Avening Street, Swindon SN2 8BZ
Summary
Gorse Hill Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Swindon, serving a diverse community of 522 pupils. The school is committed to fostering the potential of every child, encouraging them to strive for excellence through its CARE values: Courage, Appreciation, Respect, Responsibility, and Excellence. These principles guide students in becoming responsible and considerate citizens while promoting a supportive learning environment.
The school prides itself on delivering high-quality teaching and a broad, ambitious curriculum designed to meet the needs of all pupils. Gorse Hill prioritises strong partnerships with parents, maintaining an open-door policy to facilitate communication and engagement. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to provide enriching educational experiences that empower students.
In addition to academic learning, Gorse Hill places a strong emphasis on online safety, integrating it into the curriculum to equip students with essential skills for navigating the digital world. The school aims to ensure that all members of its community can enjoy the benefits of technology safely and responsibly.
The school prides itself on delivering high-quality teaching and a broad, ambitious curriculum designed to meet the needs of all pupils. Gorse Hill prioritises strong partnerships with parents, maintaining an open-door policy to facilitate communication and engagement. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to provide enriching educational experiences that empower students.
In addition to academic learning, Gorse Hill places a strong emphasis on online safety, integrating it into the curriculum to equip students with essential skills for navigating the digital world. The school aims to ensure that all members of its community can enjoy the benefits of technology safely and responsibly.
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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 | 522 | 265 | 260 | 472 | 11.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 522 | 265 | 260 | 472 | 11.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 522 | 265 | 260 | 472 | 11.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 522 | 265 | 260 | 472 | 11.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 522 | 265 | 260 | 472 | 11.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 522 | 265 | 260 | 472 | 11.70 |
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