Bowerhill Primary School

URN: 146343 • Melksham SN12 6YH

Overview

Name
Bowerhill Primary School
URN
146343
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
THE WHITE HORSE FEDERATION
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Christopher Light (since 2025)
Telephone
01225700964
Website
Visit
Address
Halifax Road, Melksham SN12 6YH

Summary

Bowerhill Primary School, located in Melksham, Wiltshire, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 401 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school prides itself on fostering personal development alongside academic achievement, supported by a dedicated team of staff who prioritise pastoral care. The core values of Respect, Resilience, Responsibility, Creativity, Courage, and Understanding are integral to the school's ethos and are embedded throughout the curriculum.

The curriculum at Bowerhill is designed to meet the specific needs of its pupils, incorporating input from staff, parents, and the wider community. The school aims to inspire children to aspire to high standards through engaging learning experiences, including real-life situations that connect them with potential future opportunities.

Bowerhill Primary School also benefits from a supportive community, including governors, parents, and the Bowerhill Buddies PTA, all of whom contribute to the school's ongoing development. The school welcomes prospective parents for tours and open mornings, providing an opportunity to learn more about its values and educational approach.

Key details

LA
Wiltshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
THE WHITE HORSE FEDERATION
Capacity
420
Pupils
401
Boys
192
Girls
209
FSM %
19.20
Open date
2018-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 401 192 209 420 19.20
2024-09-11 405 194 211 420 17.00
2023-09-11 404 191 213 420 11.10
2022-09-11 404 191 213 420 11.10
2021-09-11 413 185 228 420 12.30
2020-09-11 408 192 216 420 7.40

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