Best 3 Secondary schools in Chippenham – 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 secondary schools: Sheldon School (Secondary) in Chippenham; Abbeyfield School (Secondary) in Chippenham; Hardenhuish School (Secondary) in Chippenham — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Sheldon School, Abbeyfield School and Hardenhuish School. They are secondary phase and academy converter and community school type located around Chippenham, Wiltshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Sheldon School), published May 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Sheldon School (May 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,350, combined total ≈ 4,000, typical FSM 15–20%, range 10–15%–25–30%; all under Wiltshire local authority.

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Attribute	Sheldon School SN14 6HJ	Abbeyfield School SN15 3XB	Hardenhuish School SN14 6RJ
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Community school	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Chippenham Wiltshire SN14 6HJ	Chippenham Wiltshire SN15 3XB	Chippenham Wiltshire SN14 6RJ
Latest Ofsted	2 13 May 2024	2 30 Jan 2023	2 23 May 2013
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,550 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 900 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,550 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1800	1069	1678
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Wiltshire (865)	Wiltshire (865)	Wiltshire (865)
Website	www.sheldonschool.co.uk	www.abbeyfield.wilts.sch.uk	www.hardenhuish.wilts.sch.uk
Telephone	01249766020	01249464500	01249650693
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Sheldon School

SN14 6HJ

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN14 6HJ
Ofsted: 2 13 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,550 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Wiltshire (865)
Website: www.sheldonschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01249766020

Abbeyfield School

SN15 3XB

Phase / Type: Secondary • Community school
Location: Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3XB
Ofsted: 2 30 Jan 2023
Pupils: ≈ 900 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Wiltshire (865)
Website: www.abbeyfield.wilts.sch.uk
Telephone: 01249464500

Hardenhuish School

SN14 6RJ

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN14 6RJ
Ofsted: 2 23 May 2013
Pupils: ≈ 1,550 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Wiltshire (865)
Website: www.hardenhuish.wilts.sch.uk
Telephone: 01249650693

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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.