Eastrop Infant School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 2-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Eastrop Highworth Swindon Wiltshire SN6 7AP |
| Reference Number | 137365 |
Eastrop Infant School continues to maintain its status as a good school where pupils are happy, safe, and engaged in their learning. The high expectations set by staff contribute to a positive atmosphere, enabling pupils to thrive. Parents appreciate the individualized attention and support their children receive, with strong relationships evident between pupils and staff. The school effectively prioritizes reading and mathematics, allowing students to build strong foundations in these areas. However, there are areas in the wider curriculum that need further development to ensure pupils can articulate their learning effectively.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 145 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.03%
Girls: 48.97% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 9.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 3.4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 23 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20 | 15 | 35 |
| 2 | 21 | 17 | 38 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 91.7% |
| White, Other | 2.1% |
| Unclassified | 2.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.4% |
| White & Asian | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.7% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 12 Jul 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 12 Jul 2022 | School inspection |
| 24 Feb 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Jan 2014 | Monitoring visit |
| 26 Nov 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| Previously as Eastrop Infant School | |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 02 Jul 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Jul 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Jul 2007 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 05 Jul 2007 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 16 May 2005 | Full inspection |
| 16 May 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a supportive and caring school environment.
- Strong emphasis on reading and phonics from early years.
- Well-structured mathematics curriculum that builds on prior knowledge.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Positive behaviour and strong relationships among pupils and staff.
Areas for Improvement
- Some subjects in the wider curriculum lack detailed planning.
- Pupils have gaps in understanding due to insufficient assessment.
- Key knowledge in certain subjects is not clearly identified.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 28 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 5 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 6 | 2 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Southfield Junior School
Shrivenham Road, Highworth, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN6 7BZ |
0.18 miles |
|
Westrop Primary & Nursery School
Newburgh Place, Highworth, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN6 7DN |
0.51 miles |
|
South Marston Church of England Primary School
Old Vicarage Lane, South Marston, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 4SH |
2.77 miles |
|
Shrivenham Church of England School
18 Raven Way, Shrivenham, Swindon, Oxfordshire, SN6 8FX |
2.8 miles |
|
Watchfield Primary School
North Street, Watchfield, Wiltshire, SN6 8SD |
2.97 miles |
|
St Leonard's Church of England Primary Academy
Linley Road, Blunsdon, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN26 7AP |
3.38 miles |
|
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Swindon
Davenwood, Upper Stratton, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN2 7LL |
3.51 miles |
|
Grange Infants' School
Delamere Drive, Stratton St Margaret, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 4XE |
3.55 miles |
|
Ruskin Junior School
Wordsworth Drive, Upper Stratton, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN2 7NG |
3.58 miles |
|
Pinewood School
Bourton, Swindon, SN6 8HZ |
3.76 miles |
|
Grange Junior School
Grange Drive, Stratton St Margaret, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 4JY |
3.87 miles |
|
Beechcroft Infant School
Beechcroft Road, Upper Stratton, Beechcroft Infants School, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN2 7QE |
3.95 miles |
|
Abbey Meads Community Primary School
Hugo Drive, Abbey Meads, Hugo Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN25 4GY |
4.21 miles |
|
Kempsford Church of England Primary School
High Street, Kempsford, Fairford, Gloucestershire, GL7 4EY |
4.23 miles |
|
Abbey Farm Educate Together Primary
Diamond Crescent, Abbey Farm, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN25 2SJ |
4.25 miles |
|
Seven Fields Primary School
Leigh Road, Penhill, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN2 5DE |
4.28 miles |
|
Colebrook Junior School
Towcester Road, Stratton St Margaret, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 4AS |
4.29 miles |
|
Colebrook Infant Academy
Towcester Road, Coleview, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 4AS |
4.29 miles |
|
Longcot and Fernham Church of England Primary School
Kings Lane, Longcot, Faringdon, Oxfordshire, SN7 7SY |
4.33 miles |
|
St Lawrence Church of England Primary School
Wharf Lane, Lechlade, Gloucestershire, GL7 3AU |
4.5 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Highworth Warneford School
Shrivenham Road, Highworth, Swindon, SN6 7BZ |
0.22 miles |
|
Maranatha Christian School
Queenlaines Farm, Sevenhampton, Wiltshire, SN6 7SQ |
1.44 miles |
|
Kingsdown School
Hyde Rd, Stratton St Margaret, Swindon, SN2 7SH |
3.41 miles |
|
St Luke's Academy
Cricklade Road, St Lukes Academy, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN2 7AS |
3.87 miles |
|
Connex
Units 16 and 17a, Headlands Grove Trading Estate, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN2 7JQ |
4.13 miles |
|
Crowdys Hill School
Jefferies Avenue, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN2 7HJ |
4.4 miles |
|
Churchward School
William Morris Way, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN25 2PP |
4.56 miles |
|
Great Western Academy
William Morris Way, Tadpole Garden Village, Swindon, SN25 2PP |
4.75 miles |
|
Swindon Academy
Beech Avenue, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN2 1JR |
4.78 miles |
|
The Dorcan Academy
St Paul's Drive, Covingham, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 5DA |
4.87 miles |