Business Details
Empowering Young Minds Through Excellence in Education
Swindon Village Primary School has been dedicated to nurturing young minds since its establishment, providing a comprehensive education that prioritises both academic excellence and personal development. Our team of experienced educators combines innovative teaching methods with a deep understanding of child development to create an engaging learning environment. We maintain strong partnerships with parents and the local community, ensuring our curriculum remains relevant to the needs of every child. Through a wide range of extracurricular activities and specialist facilities, we foster curiosity, creativity and confidence in all our pupils. Our commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing ensures every child feels secure and supported throughout their educational journey. With modern teaching resources and a focus on individualised learning, we prepare students for future success while maintaining small class sizes that allow for personalised attention.The school's leadership team brings decades of combined experience in primary education, continually seeking improvements through staff development and curriculum innovation. Our facilities include dedicated spaces for sports, arts and outdoor learning, complementing our holistic approach to education. Regular communication with families ensures transparency and collaboration in supporting each child's progress. Recognised for our inclusive ethos and strong academic outcomes, we remain committed to evolving with the changing needs of our community while maintaining our core values of respect, responsibility and achievement.
Services
Primary Education
After-School Clubs
SEN Support
Sports Programmes
Parent Workshops
Breakfast Club
Educational Visits
Online Learning
Community Partnerships
Transition Support
Highlights and features
- We offer a broad curriculum with specialist teaching in music, PE and modern languages
- Our experienced leadership team has over 60 years combined experience in primary education
- We provide extensive extracurricular activities including sports, arts and STEM clubs
- Our safeguarding practices are rated outstanding by Ofsted and local authorities
- We maintain strong partnerships with local secondary schools for smooth educational transitions
Services
Primary Education
Our primary education programme delivers the National Curriculum through engaging, child-centred learning experiences. Qualified teachers create tailored lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles while maintaining high academic standards. The curriculum includes core subjects alongside specialist teaching in music, physical education and modern languages.
After-School Clubs
We offer a wide range of after-school clubs covering sports, arts, technology and academic enrichment. These clubs provide opportunities for children to develop new skills, explore interests and build social connections in a supervised, supportive environment outside regular school hours.
Special Educational Needs Support
Our dedicated SEN team provides tailored support for children with additional learning needs. We work closely with parents and external specialists to create individual education plans that ensure every child can access the curriculum and achieve their full potential.
Sports Programmes
Our comprehensive sports programmes include both competitive inter-school matches and inclusive intra-school activities. With specialist PE teachers and regular tournaments in football, netball, hockey and athletics, we promote physical fitness, teamwork and healthy competition across all age groups.
Parental Involvement
We actively encourage parental involvement through regular workshops, curriculum meetings and volunteer opportunities. Our open-door policy ensures parents can discuss their child's progress with teachers, while family events and learning sessions strengthen home-school partnerships.
People
Mr Geraint Mills
Head Teacher
Mr Mills leads with over 20 years' experience in primary education, holding senior leadership roles since 2010. He champions child-centred learning and community collaboration, ensuring high standards across all school operations.
Mr A Philcox
Deputy Head Teacher
Mr Philcox brings 18 years of teaching experience, specialising in curriculum development and staff training. He oversees key stage 2 provision and contributes to strategic planning, maintaining focus on academic excellence and pupil wellbeing.
Mrs S O'Leary
Assistant Head Teacher/SENCO
Mrs O'Leary has 15 years' experience supporting children with special educational needs. As SENCO, she coordinates individual learning plans and works closely with external agencies to ensure comprehensive support for all pupils.
Mrs V Tarling
School Business Manager
Mrs Tarling manages the school's financial and operational systems with 12 years' experience in educational administration. She ensures efficient resource management while maintaining compliance with statutory requirements and best practice standards.
Mrs L Brown
Lead Teaching Assistant
Mrs Brown coordinates the teaching assistant team with 18 years' experience supporting classroom learning. She specialises in early years education and provides mentoring to staff while directly assisting pupils across different age groups.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We teach children aged 4-11 years across our Reception to Year 6 classes.
How do I arrange a school visit?
Contact our school office via phone or email to schedule a personal tour with our Head Teacher.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We offer sports clubs, music lessons, STEM activities, and creative arts programmes before and after school.
How do you support children with special needs?
Our SENCO team creates individualised education plans and provides specialist support across all curriculum areas.
What are your school hours?
Our school day runs from 8:30am to 3:45pm Monday to Friday during term time.
Do you have before and after school care?
Yes, we offer a breakfast club from 7:45am and after-school care until 6:00pm through our external provider.
