Ferndale Primary School & Nursery
URN: 142546 • Swindon SN2 1NX
Overview
- Name
- Ferndale Primary School & Nursery
- URN
- 142546
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE BLUE KITE ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elizabeth Horrobin (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01793332425
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wiltshire Avenue, Swindon SN2 1NX
Summary
Ferndale Primary School and Nursery, located in Swindon, is a mixed academy converter catering to 444 pupils, with a capacity of 500. The school aims to create a nurturing environment where children feel happy, safe, and secure. Emphasising individuality and diversity, Ferndale focuses on building a sense of belonging while equipping students with essential life skills through a relevant and engaging curriculum.
The school operates as a two-form entry primary institution, offering 14 classes across Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2. Since its establishment as a community primary school in 2008, Ferndale has expanded its facilities, including an on-site nursery for children from two years old. The school's vision is to foster resilience, creativity, and teamwork, ensuring that all children reach their full potential.
Ferndale Primary is committed to inclusive education, with a collaborative culture that values the contributions of all stakeholders, including parents and staff. The school's ethos is centred around inspiring learning experiences that prepare students for life in the 21st century, promoting both academic achievement and personal growth.
The school operates as a two-form entry primary institution, offering 14 classes across Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2. Since its establishment as a community primary school in 2008, Ferndale has expanded its facilities, including an on-site nursery for children from two years old. The school's vision is to foster resilience, creativity, and teamwork, ensuring that all children reach their full potential.
Ferndale Primary is committed to inclusive education, with a collaborative culture that values the contributions of all stakeholders, including parents and staff. The school's ethos is centred around inspiring learning experiences that prepare students for life in the 21st century, promoting both academic achievement and personal growth.
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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)
Key details
- LA
- Swindon
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BLUE KITE ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 500
- Pupils
- 444
- Boys
- 228
- Girls
- 216
- FSM %
- 16.30
- Open date
- 2016-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-01-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Wiltshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 444 | 228 | 216 | 500 | 16.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 460 | 237 | 223 | 500 | 16.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 490 | 253 | 237 | 500 | 16.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 490 | 253 | 237 | 500 | 16.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 506 | 261 | 245 | 500 | 16.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 508 | 255 | 253 | 500 | 13.40 |
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