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Bowerhill Primary School

Halifax Road, Melksham, SN12 6YH

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Pupils

401

Ages

4-11

FSM

19.2%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Jun 2024

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

73.0%

Writing

78.0%

Maths

80.0%

RWM Combined

65.0%

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About Bowerhill Primary School

Bowerhill Primary School is a primary school in Melksham, Wiltshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 401 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Halifax Road, Melksham, SN12 6YH | More schools in Wiltshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jun 2024 — Good
Feb 2022 — Requires improvement
Apr 2017 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Bowerhill Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Bowerhill Primary School

What is Bowerhill Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Bowerhill Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Bowerhill Primary School's latest exam results?

Bowerhill Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Bowerhill Primary School located?

Bowerhill Primary School is a primary school in Melksham, Wiltshire (SN12 6YH).

How many pupils attend Bowerhill Primary School?

Bowerhill Primary School has around 401 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Bowerhill Primary School with other schools?

View Bowerhill Primary 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 Wiltshire.