St Leonard's Church of England Primary Academy
Linley Road, Blunsdon, Swindon, SN26 7APOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Leonard's Church of England Primary Academy is a primary school in Swindon for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 90 schools in Swindon. It ranks 44th of 64 primary schools in Swindon. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in July 2024.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 2 July 2024, report published 10 September 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 2 July 2024
St Leonard's Church of England Primary Academy has a strong sense of community. Pupils put into practice the school's values, including perseverance and courage. These underpin a positive culture, where a strong sense of belonging means pupils are confident, welcome others and enjoy learning. The school has high expectations for how pupils should behave. Pupils understand the clear rules. This starts in early years where children follow routines well. They listen carefully to adults and take turns working with their peers. Positive relationships exist between staff and pupils. Pupils know adults will listen and help them with any concerns. Pupils learn the importance of being responsible and thoughtful individuals. As a result, they feel happy and safe at school. Pupils conduct themselves in a calm and orderly manner around the school. They play well with one another during social times. Pupils enjoy a range of clubs, including sports, singing and martial arts. They take pride in their roles as worship councillors, reading ambassadors and play leaders. Pupils treat everyone fairly and equally. Most parents praise the impact of the school's work with their children. Despite the school's efforts, some parents lack confidence in how the school manages their concerns.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, the ambitious intent of the curriculum is not always matched by teaching that fully develops the knowledge and skills the school has identified. This means pupils do not develop the depth of knowledge they need. The school and trust should ensure that in all subjects pupils develop the precise knowledge and skills they need to be successful.
- Some parents are dissatisfied that concerns they raise are not dealt with well enough or resolved. The school and the trust should ensure that there is effective communication with parents.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
30 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
140 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near St Leonard's Church of England Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Farm Educate Together Primary | 0.9 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | Not published |
| Abbey Meads Community Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 81% met the expected standard |
| Bridlewood Primary School | 1 mile | Report card: Expected standard | 60% met the expected standard |
| William Morris Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Catherine Wayte Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- THE BLUE KITE ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Clare Johnson
- Phone
- 01793721423
- Address
- Linley Road, Blunsdon, Swindon, SN26 7AP
- Local authority
- Swindon
- URN
- 148009
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.