Churchfields, the Village School
URN: 150829 • Melksham SN12 8HY
Overview
- Name
- Churchfields, the Village School
- URN
- 150829
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- PALLADIAN ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Simon Futcher (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01225703026
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bradford Road, Melksham SN12 8HY
Summary
Churchfields, the Village School, located in Melksham, Wiltshire, is a mixed primary academy with a capacity of 154 pupils. The school operates across two sites, serving the communities of Atworth and Monkton Farleigh. Under the leadership of Headteacher Mr. Simon Futcher, the school promotes a positive ethos where pupils are encouraged to be reflective, resourceful, and resilient. The latest Ofsted report, published in September 2022, rated the school as 'Good', highlighting the harmonious relationships among pupils and their positive attitudes towards learning.
The curriculum at Churchfields is broad and ambitious, designed to meet the diverse needs of all learners. Staff maintain high expectations, ensuring that pupils engage enthusiastically with their tasks and persist through challenges. The school also offers various support services, including a breakfast club called The Early Birds, which provides a structured and nourishing start to the day.
Community involvement is a key aspect of Churchfields, with open days scheduled throughout the year for prospective families. The school fosters a welcoming environment where parents can participate in events and activities, reinforcing the strong sense of community that underpins the school's values.
The curriculum at Churchfields is broad and ambitious, designed to meet the diverse needs of all learners. Staff maintain high expectations, ensuring that pupils engage enthusiastically with their tasks and persist through challenges. The school also offers various support services, including a breakfast club called The Early Birds, which provides a structured and nourishing start to the day.
Community involvement is a key aspect of Churchfields, with open days scheduled throughout the year for prospective families. The school fosters a welcoming environment where parents can participate in events and activities, reinforcing the strong sense of community that underpins the school's values.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEN Resources (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Newsfeed (calendar)
- Newsletters (calendar)
- About Us (other)
- Policies (other)
- cookie policy (other)
- Admissions (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Wiltshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- PALLADIAN ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 154
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2025-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Wiltshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 154 |
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