Kingfisher CE Academy

A requires improvement free schools school in Swindon. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Kingfisher CE Academy.

Swindon, SN17DA Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

Score not available

Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for KS2 pupils meeting expected standard, KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: Requires Improvement

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Requires Improvement
Overall effectiveness
Requires Improvement
Last inspected
20 February 2024
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Requires Improvement
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Peglars Way
Wichelstowe
Swindon, SN17DA

Location

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Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
143673
Type
Free schools
Phase
Primary
Address
Peglars Way, Wichelstowe, Swindon, SN1 7DA
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England/Christian
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE PARK ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
444 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Bristol
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
95
Free School Meals
38.2% (36 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.1% (1 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.7%
Good
Persistent Absence
10.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
10.0 (7.5 below average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
5 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
10
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
95 pupils
2-11

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Discovering and Learning Together, so all can Flourish."

Hope Wisdom Resilience Service

Kingfisher CE Academy is part of The Park Academies Trust and has a Church of England denominational identity. The school presents its vision and values through a Christian framework, including daily prayers and Collective Worship. It references SIAMS (Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools) and provides information about its R.E curriculum, Campus Chaplaincy, and religious activities such as a Bible Stories Enrichment Club and a Worship Club. It also maintains relationships with Christian charities and advocates living out British values through its Christian ethos.

Head Teacher's Message

The Headteacher welcomes families to Kingfisher CE Academy, expressing pride in leading a brand-new primary school with a broad, inspiring curriculum and opportunities for all learners. The message emphasizes a shared ethos and values, a state-of-the-art new build, community hub, and a commitment to fostering curiosity and flourishing.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Bible Stories Enrichment Club GLOW (Group Leading on Worship) Worship Club

Facilities

Dedicated SEND Unit (School of Solutions Complex Needs Provision)

Curriculum Highlights

Art Computing Design and Technology English - Phonics and Reading English - Writing and Spelling Geography History Maths Modern Foreign Languages Music PE PSHE & RSE Religious Worldviews Science

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wraparound care is provided by The Big A club. Morning Breakfast Club runs from 7:45–8:00 with breakfast included. After school care is available as Big A After School; it is pre-booked with a set price (£15 per child per session, £13 for siblings); a light snack is provided each day and sessions can be booked annually in advance.

SEND Provision

The school hosts a dedicated SEND Unit which is part of the School of Solutions Complex Needs Provision, working alongside the School of Solutions Therapeutic Alternative Provision.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions policies are published for 2025–26, 2026–27 and 2027–28; The Park Academies Trust is the admitting authority; there is an Admissions Arrangements Consultation; appeals are referred to Swindon Admissions if necessary.

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