Drove Primary School

URN: 138309 • Swindon SN1 3AH

Overview

Name
Drove Primary School
URN
138309
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE WHITE HORSE FEDERATION
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Bryony Bardwell (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01793818608
Website
Visit
Address
Drove Road, Swindon SN1 3AH

Summary

Drove Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in the heart of Swindon, accommodating approximately 731 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 630. The school is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where students from various backgrounds come together to enrich their educational experience. The ethos of the school emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking, preparing students to be lifelong learners and responsible global citizens.

The curriculum at Drove Primary is designed to nurture essential skills and knowledge, allowing children to embark on a journey of discovery. The school also offers a nursery provision for children aged 2-4 years, further supporting early childhood education within the community. As part of The White Horse Federation, Drove Primary benefits from collaborative teaching practices and professional development opportunities for staff, ensuring high educational standards.

Drove Primary School places a strong emphasis on community involvement and values the contributions of families in the educational process. The school aims to provide every child with the "Roots to Grow and the Wings to Fly," fostering a supportive atmosphere where all students can thrive.

Key details

LA
Swindon
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE WHITE HORSE FEDERATION
Capacity
630
Pupils
731
Boys
366
Girls
365
FSM %
15.10
Open date
2012-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-07-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 731 366 365 630 15.10
2024-09-11 732 364 368 630 14.40
2023-09-11 729 343 386 630 11.80
2022-09-11 729 343 386 630 11.80
2021-09-11 718 359 359 630 8.90
2020-09-11 743 372 371 630 5.80

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