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Uplands School

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Uplands School

The Learning Campus, Tadpole Lane, Swindon, SN25 2NB

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Pupils
170
Ages
11-19
FSM
41.0%
Capacity
173
Ofsted
Requires improvement
Jul 2024

Exam Results

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
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Progress 8?
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9-7 Grades
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Basics 9-5
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Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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About Uplands School

Uplands School is a secondary school in Swindon, Swindon. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2024 inspection). The school has around 170 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: The Learning Campus, Swindon, SN25 2NB | More schools in Swindon

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Uplands School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jul 2024 — Requires improvement
  2. Nov 2022 — School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 …
  3. Jul 2014 — Outstanding (predecessor: Uplands School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Uplands School

What is Uplands School's Ofsted rating?
Uplands School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
Where is Uplands School located?
Uplands School is a secondary school in Swindon, Swindon (SN25 2NB).
How many pupils attend Uplands School?
Uplands School has around 170 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Uplands School with other schools?
View Uplands School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Swindon.