Lyneham Primary School is a foundation primary school located in the village of Lyneham, Chippenham, Wiltshire. Catering to a mixed-gender student body aged 4 to 11 years, it serves the local community with a current enrolment of approximately 318 pupils. The school has a capacity for 420 students, indicating room for growth. Situated in a rural setting, the school does not have a religious character, making it welcoming to families of all backgrounds. The school's motto is 'Belong - Believe - Achieve,' reflecting its commitment to fostering a supportive and aspirational educational environment. The area served includes a predominately armed forces community, emphasizing the school's focus on smooth transitions for pupils moving in and out frequently due to military postings.
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5 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)· S5 Inspection
Requires Improvement S5 Reinspection Visit 3
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Requires Improvement monitoring Visit
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Requires Improvement monitoring Visit
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Requires Improvement monitoring Visit