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Schools in SP5

A postcode district in Wiltshire

  • Postcode district
  • 26 schools and nurseries

In short: SP5 is a postcode district in Wiltshire with 13 primary schools, 1 secondary school and 12 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries2613 primary · 1 secondary · 12 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in SP5

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All SP5 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in SP5

13 in SP5, best first

Downton CofE VA Primary School

Salisbury, SP5 3LZ · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

32 first choices, 30 offers made

Met the standard at 1169%

England 62%

Days missed
4.4%
Pupils
272
Pupils per teacher
18.9
View school Downton CofE VA Primary School
See all 13 primary schools

Top Secondary Schools in SP5

1 in SP5, best first

The Trafalgar School at Downton

Salisbury, SP5 3HN · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

130 first choices, 144 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1645.7

England 46.2

Days missed
8.6%
Pupils
808
Pupils per teacher
16.4
View school The Trafalgar School at Downton

Nurseries in SP5

12 in SP5, highest Ofsted grade first

See all 12 nurseries

Private Schools in SP5

1 in SP5. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Sandroyd School

Salisbury, SP5 5QD · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 13

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
194
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Sandroyd School
The map

Every school in SP5, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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West Tytherley Church of England Primary School, GoodCoombe Bissett Church of England Primary School, Expected standard or betterWhiteparish All Saints Church of England Primary School, GoodDownton CofE VA Primary School, GoodSandroyd School, InspectedMorgan's Vale and Woodfalls Church of England Primary School, Needs attention in 2 areasSixpenny Handley First School and Nursery, GoodThe Trafalgar School at Downton, GoodThe New Forest Church of England Primary School, Good or betterWinterslow Church of England Primary School, GoodPitton Church of England Primary School, GoodBroad Chalke CofE Primary School, Good in every areaAlderbury and West Grimstead Church of England Primary School, Requires improvementLongford Church of England Primary School, Requires improvementGiant Steps Nursery, GoodWindrush Nursery, GoodChalke Valley Playschool, GoodPitton Pre-School, OutstandingFilthy Squirrels Woodland Nursery, OutstandingFree Spirits Education, GoodAlderbury Preschool, GoodKindred Odstock, GoodEco Montessori Limited, GoodFarley Salisbury Outdoor Nursery School, GoodGiant Steps on The BoroughWinterslow Pre-School, Good
  • Outstanding2
  • Good16
  • Requires improvement2
  • Not graded yet6
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in SP5 sit in 3 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every SP5 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

SP5 has 26 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about SP5

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How many schools are in SP5?

SP5 has 26 schools, including 13 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 12 nurseries, 1 independent school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in SP5?

The highest-ranked schools in SP5 on Eduscope are The New Forest Church of England Primary School, Coombe Bissett Church of England Primary School, Downton CofE VA Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in SP5?

There is 1 independent school in SP5. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare it on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in SP5?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 26 schools in SP5 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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