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Ruskin Junior School Catchment Area

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

Ruskin Junior School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Swindon , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 327 pupils, and a capacity of 340 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

327

Pupils

340

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Ruskin Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ruskin Junior 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.

Operating near capacity: 96% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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.

Find Swindon catchment area documents →

Ruskin Junior School — School Information

Full address
Wordsworth Drive, Upper Stratton, Swindon, SN2 7NG
Local authority
Swindon
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
35.5% of pupils
DfE URN
142539

Other Primary Schools in Swindon

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Ruskin Junior School

Is Ruskin Junior School oversubscribed?

Ruskin Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 340 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ruskin Junior School?

Admission to Ruskin Junior 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 Ruskin Junior School cover?

Ruskin Junior School is a primary school in Swindon, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ruskin Junior School?

Ruskin Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.