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Drove Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Drove Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Swindon , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 731 pupils, and a capacity of 630 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

731

Pupils

630

Capacity

116%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Drove Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Drove Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Swindon. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 731 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Swindon before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Drove Primary School — School Information

Full address
Drove Road, Swindon, SN1 3AH
Local authority
Swindon
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
15.1% of pupils
DfE URN
138309

Other Primary Schools in Swindon

If Drove Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Swindon are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Drove Primary School

Is Drove Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Drove Primary School currently has 731 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Drove Primary School?

Admission to Drove Primary School is managed by Swindon. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Drove Primary School cover?

Drove Primary School is a primary school in Swindon, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Drove Primary School?

Drove Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.