Wootton Bassett Infants' School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | High Street Royal Wootton Bassett Swindon Wiltshire SN4 7BS |
| Reference Number | 126235 |
Wootton Bassett Infants’ School has made significant progress since its previous inspection, moving from a grade of Requires Improvement to Good overall. The school provides a welcoming and supportive environment where pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), enjoy a wide range of subjects and experiences. Leaders have implemented a strong emphasis on reading and mathematics, which has contributed to a calm atmosphere and positive attitudes among pupils. However, the curriculum in some subjects still needs refinement to ensure all essential knowledge is clearly identified and taught effectively.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 92 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 53.26%
Girls: 46.74% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 9.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 6.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 26 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16 | 19 | 35 |
| 2 | 12 | 15 | 27 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 87% |
| White, Other | 7.6% |
| African | 2.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.1% |
| Unclassified | 1.1% |
| Asian, Other | 1.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 24 Jan 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 24 Jan 2023 | School inspection: |
| 27 Feb 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Mar 2018 | Short inspection |
| 03 Jul 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jan 2012 | Interim assessment |
| 18 Mar 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Oct 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 23 May 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- High expectations of pupil behavior leading to a calm and orderly atmosphere.
- Strong support for pupils with SEND to access the curriculum.
- Effective phonics program introduced to improve reading skills.
- Positive relationships between pupils and staff create a safe learning environment.
- Engaging and diverse learning experiences enhance pupil enjoyment.
Areas for Improvement
- Some gaps in essential knowledge in wider curriculum subjects.
- Reading materials for struggling pupils do not always match their phonics knowledge.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 9 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 22 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Noremarsh Junior School
Clarendon Drive, Royal Wootton Bassett, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN4 8BT |
0.35 miles |
|
St Bartholomew's Primary Academy
The Rosary, Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire, SN4 8AZ |
0.5 miles |
|
Longleaze Primary School
Byron Avenue, Royal Wootton Bassett, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN4 8BA |
0.68 miles |
|
Lydiard Millicent CofE Primary School
The Butts, Lydiard Millicent, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 3LR |
2.67 miles |
|
Broad Town Church of England Primary School
Broad Town, Wootton Bassett, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN4 7RE |
2.94 miles |
|
Millbrook Primary School
Worsley Road, Freshbrook, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 8NU |
2.98 miles |
|
Tregoze Primary School
Sleaford Close, Grange Park, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 6JU |
3.12 miles |
|
Lyneham Primary School
Preston Lane, Lyneham, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 4QJ |
3.34 miles |
|
Oliver Tomkins Church of England Junior School
Beaumaris Road, Toothill, Oliver Tomkins Schools, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 8LW |
3.4 miles |
|
Oliver Tomkins Church of England Infant and Nursery School
Beaumaris Road, Toothill, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 8LW |
3.4 miles |
|
Brinkworth Earl Danby's Church of England Primary
School Hill, Brinkworth, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 5AX |
3.44 miles |
|
St Mary's Church of England Primary School & Nursery, Purton
College Road, Purton, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 4AR |
3.57 miles |
|
Shaw Ridge Primary School
Ridge Green, Shaw, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 5PU |
3.66 miles |
|
Brook Field Primary School
Cartwright Drive, Shaw, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 5SB |
3.67 miles |
|
Lift Hazelwood
Stokesay Drive, Toothill, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 8DR |
3.68 miles |
|
Westlea Primary School
Langstone Way, Westlea, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 7BT |
3.84 miles |
|
Peatmoor Community Primary School
Pepperbox Hill, Peatmoor, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 5DP |
4.03 miles |
|
Ridgeway Farm CofE Academy
The Buffer, Purton, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 4GT |
4.12 miles |
|
Kingfisher CE Academy
Peglars Way, Wichelstowe, Swindon, SN1 7DA |
4.21 miles |
|
Broad Hinton Church of England Primary School
Broad Hinton, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN4 9PQ |
4.25 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Royal Wootton Bassett Academy
Lime Kiln, Royal Wootton Bassett, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN4 7HG |
0.56 miles |
|
Lydiard Park Academy
Grange Park Way, Grange Park, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 6HN |
2.9 miles |
|
Bradon Forest School
The Peak, Purton, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 4AT |
3.46 miles |
|
The Deanery CofE Academy
Peglars Way, Wichelstowe, Swindon, SN1 7DA |
4.22 miles |