Best 3 Primary schools in Calne – comparison

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Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Priestley Primary School (Primary) in Calne; Cherhill CofE School (Primary) in Calne; Hilmarton Primary School (Primary) in Calne — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Priestley Primary School, Cherhill CofE School and Hilmarton Primary School. They are primary phase and community school and voluntary aided school type located around Calne, Wiltshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Priestley Primary School), published Sep 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Priestley Primary School (Sep 2024). average roll around ≈ 200, combined total ≈ 600, typical FSM 20–25%, range 5–10%–30–35%; all under Wiltshire local authority.

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Attribute	Priestley Primary School SN11 8TG	Cherhill CofE School SN11 8XX	Hilmarton Primary School SN11 8SG
Phase / Type	Primary • Community school	Primary • Voluntary aided school	Primary • Community school
Location	Calne Wiltshire SN11 8TG	Calne Wiltshire SN11 8XX	Calne Wiltshire SN11 8SG
Latest Ofsted	2 8 Sep 2024	2 24 Apr 2024	2 24 Apr 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	315	210	114
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Non-selective	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Wiltshire (865)	Wiltshire (865)	Wiltshire (865)
Website	www.priestley.wilts.sch.uk	www.cherhill.wilts.sch.uk	www.hilmarton.wilts.sch.uk
Telephone	01249812608	01249812100	01249760602
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Priestley Primary School

SN11 8TG

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Calne
Wiltshire
SN11 8TG
Ofsted: 2 8 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Wiltshire (865)
Website: www.priestley.wilts.sch.uk
Telephone: 01249812608

Cherhill CofE School

SN11 8XX

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location: Calne
Wiltshire
SN11 8XX
Ofsted: 2 24 Apr 2024
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Wiltshire (865)
Website: www.cherhill.wilts.sch.uk
Telephone: 01249812100

Hilmarton Primary School

SN11 8SG

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Calne
Wiltshire
SN11 8SG
Ofsted: 2 24 Apr 2024
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Wiltshire (865)
Website: www.hilmarton.wilts.sch.uk
Telephone: 01249760602

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How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.