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Uplands School

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Uplands School

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

Academy special converter · Ages 11–19 · Mixed

Ofsted
Requires improvement
Jul 2024

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
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9-7 Grades
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Basics 9-5
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Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

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National · same year

46.0

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24Not available46.4
2024/25Not available46.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

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National · same year

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YearSchoolNational
2023/24Not available0.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

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0.14 km away · Academy sponsor led
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1.08 km away · Free schools
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1.38 km away · Free schools special
Good
Compass Community School Wheatley Park
2.74 km away · Other independent special school
Nova Hreod Academy
2.94 km away · Academy converter
Good

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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. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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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

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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.
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