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The Chalet School Catchment Area

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

The Chalet School is a academy special sponsor led not applicable school in Swindon , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 87 pupils, and a capacity of 72 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

87

Pupils

72

Capacity

121%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

The Chalet School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Chalet 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: 87 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 72 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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The Chalet School — School Information

Full address
Liden Drive, Liden, Swindon, SN3 6EX
Local authority
Swindon
School type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
32.2% of pupils
DfE URN
146668

Other Not applicable Schools in Swindon

If The Chalet School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Swindon are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Chalet School

Is The Chalet School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Chalet School currently has 87 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 72 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Chalet School?

Admission to The Chalet 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 The Chalet School cover?

The Chalet School is a not applicable school in Swindon, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Chalet School?

The Chalet School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.