Gorse Hill Primary School

A good academy converter school in Swindon. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Gorse Hill Primary School.

Swindon, SN28BZ Ofsted: Good Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

56

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
56.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 66.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
44.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 5.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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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

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
13 September 2022
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Avening Street
Gorse Hill
Swindon, SN28BZ

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
144500
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Avening Street, Gorse Hill, Swindon, SN2 8BZ
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE WHITE HORSE FEDERATION
Capacity
460 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
437
Free School Meals
18.3% (80 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.2% (14 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.8%
Good
Persistent Absence
10.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
66.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
5.0%
Reading Score:
102.0
Maths Score:
105.0
Grammar Score:
104.0

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
10.3 (7.2 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 105.0 102.0
2023 103.0 101.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
22 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
44
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
437 pupils
2-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+1.5 per year)

Up 1.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Every Child Can"

Courage Appreciation Respect Responsibility Excellence

Promotes British values; diverse backgrounds celebrated; values-based education.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome from Principal Candida Hutchinson.

Facilities

large indoor classroom expansive outdoor area messy play areas

Curriculum Highlights

Art Computing Design and Technology English Geography History Languages Maths Music Phonics and Early Reading Physical Education PSHE Religious Education Science

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wraparound care is available through Arbor with breakfast and after-school club options. bookings are via the Parent Portal and Arbor App. 30-hour funded children may stay until 1pm for £12.50 per week. Lunch provision available. 15 and 30 hour funding available for nursery places with optional extended day.

SEND Provision

Gorse Hill Nursery offers 15 and 30 hours’ free childcare for 3- and 4-year-olds, with wraparound provision. 30-hours funding can extend to a longer day; optional £12.50 weekly charge to stay until 1pm if eligible for 30-hour funding; voluntary snack contribution of £24.75.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are coordinated by Swindon Borough Council. Applications can be completed online. Nursery admissions are managed by the school. 3- and 4-year-olds are eligible for 15 hours per week of free early education starting the term after their third birthday. In-year admissions are welcome and can be applied for online via Swindon Borough Council. Tours can be arranged through the school office.

Financial Information

30-hour funding extension: stay until 1pm for £12.50 per week for eligible families. Nursery snack voluntary contribution £24.75.

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