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Shaw Ridge Primary School Catchment Area

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

Shaw Ridge Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Swindon , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 424 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

424

Pupils

420

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Shaw Ridge Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Shaw Ridge 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: 424 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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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Shaw Ridge Primary School — School Information

Full address
Ridge Green, Shaw, Swindon, SN5 5PU
Local authority
Swindon
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
11.6% of pupils
DfE URN
140291

Other Primary Schools in Swindon

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Shaw Ridge Primary School

Is Shaw Ridge Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Shaw Ridge Primary School currently has 424 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Shaw Ridge Primary School?

Admission to Shaw Ridge 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 Shaw Ridge Primary School cover?

Shaw Ridge 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 Shaw Ridge Primary School?

Shaw Ridge Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.