Ridgeway Farm CofE Academy
URN: 142321 • Swindon SN5 4GT
Overview
- Name
- Ridgeway Farm CofE Academy
- URN
- 142321
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE BLUE KITE ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Laura Gibbard (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01793677471
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Buffer, Swindon SN5 4GT
Summary
Ridgeway Farm CofE Academy is a mixed primary school located in Swindon, Wiltshire, with a current enrolment of 208 pupils and a capacity of 210. Established in September 2016, the academy is part of the Blue Kite Academy Trust and has received 'Good' ratings from both Ofsted and Church Inspections. The school emphasizes a close-knit community atmosphere, often referred to as the "Ridgeway Farm Family," where the happiness and safety of students and staff are prioritized.
The academy's curriculum is designed to be engaging and inclusive, promoting the development of essential skills and values that prepare children for future success. With a Christian ethos at its core, Ridgeway Farm celebrates diversity and fosters an environment where children from all backgrounds can thrive. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to support each child's individual needs, ensuring a nurturing educational experience.
Parents interested in enrolling their children are encouraged to visit the school and experience its welcoming environment firsthand. For September 2025, spaces are available in Reception and Year 1. For further information, parents can contact the school office directly.
The academy's curriculum is designed to be engaging and inclusive, promoting the development of essential skills and values that prepare children for future success. With a Christian ethos at its core, Ridgeway Farm celebrates diversity and fosters an environment where children from all backgrounds can thrive. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to support each child's individual needs, ensuring a nurturing educational experience.
Parents interested in enrolling their children are encouraged to visit the school and experience its welcoming environment firsthand. For September 2025, spaces are available in Reception and Year 1. For further information, parents can contact the school office directly.
Useful links
- here (other)
- Warp Design (other)
- Part of The Blue Kite Academy Trust (other)
- here. (other)
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)
Key details
- LA
- Wiltshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BLUE KITE ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 208
- Boys
- 108
- Girls
- 100
- FSM %
- 11.50
- Open date
- 2016-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-05-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Wiltshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 208 | 108 | 100 | 210 | 11.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 214 | 111 | 103 | 210 | 11.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 208 | 107 | 101 | 210 | 8.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 208 | 107 | 101 | 210 | 8.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 197 | 110 | 87 | 210 | 8.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 182 | 106 | 76 | 210 | 6.00 |
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