Westlea Primary School
Swindon, SN5 7BT · Swindon · primary school
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36th of 54 primary schools in Swindon we can score, 66 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.3/10 against 3,004 of them, against 3.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Westlea Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Cosmic Yoga, Rock Steady Club, Mindfulness, Colouring, Homework Club, Film Club, Music and Movement, and Forest School. Sports include Premier Sports, Cricket Club, Tag Rugby, Athletics, Cycling Proficiency, and Football. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 289 pupils against a stated capacity of 310. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in reading? How does the after-school club integrate with the core curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Westlea Primary School
Overview
Westlea Primary School is described as a place where "inclusivity is at the very core" and leaders have created a "safe and happy place to learn." The report highlights a "strong culture of celebrating diversity" and notes that pupils are "highly respectful" with positive attitudes towards their learning.
Strengths
- Leaders have constructed a "broad and balanced curriculum" with "high expectations for all pupils," including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Pupils develop a "firm understanding of mathematical concepts and reading skills," supported by precise teaching methods such as matched reading books and regular assessments.
- Staff "break learning down into small steps" and adapt teaching based on regular checks of pupil understanding, helping learners to "recall their learning with enthusiasm and pride."
- Pupils with SEND are "fully included in all aspects of school life" and make "strong progress from their starting points," with parents praising the school’s work.
- The school fosters personal development through activities like drumming and forest sessions, while pupils demonstrate awareness of current events and global issues.
Areas to improve
- In some wider curriculum subjects, leaders have not considered early years within their curriculum thinking, meaning "learning does not build from the early years in all subjects."
- Some staff do not have "high enough expectations of pupils’ handwriting and presentation skills," consequently accepting work that is "poorly presented."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff supporting a culture where safeguarding is the school’s "number one priority" and pupils knowing they can report worries to staff who will "follow them up quickly."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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