Churchward School

A good free schools special school in Swindon. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Churchward School.

Swindon, SN252PP Ofsted: Good Age 11-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

75

/ 100

Special weighted harmonic mean of 1 indicators

Indicators used for Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 100.0%
Raw: Good

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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
24 January 2023
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
William Morris Way
Swindon, SN252PP
Phone
1793209198
Website
churchwardschool.org.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
145874
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Special
Address
William Morris Way, Swindon, SN25 2PP
Website
churchwardschool.org.uk
Age range
11-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
BRUNEL ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
90 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
98
Free School Meals
43.2% (42 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
100.0% (98 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
85.0%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
40.5%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
6 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
11
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
98 pupils
11-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Recognising Strengths, Building Skills, Achieving Success"

PACE (Playful, Accepting, Curious and Empathetic) aspiring to five qualifications and holistic progress independence and interdependence

Facilities

Three sites: main site in North Swindon; satellites in Lydiard Millicent and Central Swindon Thrive Room (therapeutic space) Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) specialist setting

Curriculum Highlights

Thrive Approach is a key part of the curriculum External providers including weekly visits to horse riding, sailing, swimming and peripatetic music lessons Onsite, offsite and remote learning Careers education and the Talentino careers programme as part of PSHCE Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (Bronze) offered Bridges provision as part of the curriculum Accredited qualifications including Entry Level, Functional Skills and GCSE, plus Arts Award and Sports Leader Award Work experience with external employers and broader vocational opportunities

SEND Provision

Education and Health Care Plans (EHCPs) remain live, actionable documents that guide learning inside and beyond the classroom.

Admissions Criteria

The Local Authority (LA) manages admissions. For a child to be admitted, the school must be named in the child’s Education Health Care Plan (EHCP). Parents should ask their local authority to consult with the school.

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