Churchward School
URN: 145874 • Swindon SN25 2PP
Overview
- Name
- Churchward School
- URN
- 145874
- Type
- Free schools special
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- BRUNEL ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Dearsley (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01793209198
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- William Morris Way, Swindon SN25 2PP
Summary
Churchward School is a free special school located in Swindon, catering to students aged 11-19 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Social Communication Interaction Difficulties (SCID). Established in September 2018, the school aims to provide tailored educational experiences that support the emotional, social, and academic development of its 127 pupils. With a capacity of 90, Churchward School prioritises individualised learning through bespoke curriculum and therapeutic packages.
The school operates under the ethos of "Recognising strengths, gaining skills, achieving success," which guides its approach to education. Staff members are dedicated to helping students overcome challenges and achieve their full potential, fostering a supportive environment that encourages personal growth and social interaction.
Churchward School is part of the Brunel Academies Trust, allowing it to benefit from shared resources and expertise within the local educational community. The school is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the well-being of every child, making it a safe and nurturing place for students to thrive.
The school operates under the ethos of "Recognising strengths, gaining skills, achieving success," which guides its approach to education. Staff members are dedicated to helping students overcome challenges and achieve their full potential, fostering a supportive environment that encourages personal growth and social interaction.
Churchward School is part of the Brunel Academies Trust, allowing it to benefit from shared resources and expertise within the local educational community. The school is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the well-being of every child, making it a safe and nurturing place for students to thrive.
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Nearby alternatives
- Uplands School (73.4)
- Uplands School (68.2)
- Crowdys Hill School (59.4)
- Brimble Hill Special School (58.9)
- Brimble Hill Special School (56.5)
Key details
- LA
- Swindon
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- BRUNEL ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 90
- Pupils
- 127
- Boys
- 88
- Girls
- 39
- FSM %
- 38.90
- Open date
- 2018-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Wiltshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 127 | 88 | 39 | 90 | 38.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 98 | 71 | 27 | 90 | 37.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 82 | 68 | 14 | 90 | 35.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 82 | 68 | 14 | 75 | 35.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 65 | 57 | 8 | 75 | 41.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 41 | 36 | 5 | 75 | 27.00 |
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