Bowerhill Primary School
URN: 141893 • Melksham SN12 6YH
Overview
- Name
- Bowerhill Primary School
- URN
- 141893
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 57.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachel Skates (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Halifax Road, Melksham SN12 6YH
Summary
Bowerhill Primary School, located in Melksham, Wiltshire, is an academy converter with a mixed-gender enrollment of 386 pupils, operating within a capacity of 420. The school prides itself on fostering personal development alongside academic achievement, supported by a dedicated and skilled team of staff. The core values of Respect, Resilience, Responsibility, Creativity, Courage, and Understanding are integral to the school's ethos, guiding both teaching and learning.
The curriculum at Bowerhill is tailored to meet the needs and aspirations of its students, incorporating input from staff, parents, and governors. The school emphasizes real-life learning experiences, such as visits from emergency services and parental involvement in sharing career insights, to inspire students and build their aspirations from an early age.
Bowerhill Primary School is committed to providing a supportive environment for all pupils, with a strong focus on pastoral care. The school benefits from an engaged community, including a proactive PTA known as Bowerhill Buddies, which plays a vital role in enhancing the school experience for children and families alike.
The curriculum at Bowerhill is tailored to meet the needs and aspirations of its students, incorporating input from staff, parents, and governors. The school emphasizes real-life learning experiences, such as visits from emergency services and parental involvement in sharing career insights, to inspire students and build their aspirations from an early age.
Bowerhill Primary School is committed to providing a supportive environment for all pupils, with a strong focus on pastoral care. The school benefits from an engaged community, including a proactive PTA known as Bowerhill Buddies, which plays a vital role in enhancing the school experience for children and families alike.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 386 | 190 | 196 | 420 | 4.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 386 | 190 | 196 | 420 | 4.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 386 | 190 | 196 | 420 | 4.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 386 | 190 | 196 | 420 | 4.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 386 | 190 | 196 | 420 | 4.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 386 | 190 | 196 | 420 | 4.70 |
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