River Mead School

About River Mead School

River Mead School is a primary school in Melksham, Wiltshire. Our vision is to create a school where everyone feels valued, happy and safe – both physically and emotionally. Children are at the heart of our approach and we are proud that our River Mead family is built on a foundation of caring, trusting relationships and knowing children as individuals.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Miss Louise Harrison

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 57 responses • 20.3% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

94.8% positive 5.3% negative

My child feels safe at this school

89.4% positive 7% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

89.5% positive 5.3% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

82.5% positive 1.8% negative

My child does well at this school

94.7% positive 5.3% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 57 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

12.8

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

28.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily S Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful School!"

We couldn't be happier with River Mead School! The staff are friendly and supportive, and the facilities are excellent. Our child feels valued and encouraged to learn, and we love the emphasis on kindness and empathy.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah G Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 1, 2022

4.0

"Room for Improvement"

We've been happy with River Mead School so far, but there are a few areas that need some work. The school's playground equipment is a bit outdated, and we've had some issues with communication from the teachers. That being said, our child is happy and learning well, and we appreciate the school's emphasis on emotional intelligence.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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David W Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2021

5.0

"Great School Community!"

We had a fantastic experience at River Mead School - our child thrived and made some wonderful friends. We loved the school's focus on community and social skills, and the teachers were always approachable and supportive. Highly recommend!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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