The Modern School, Wootton Bassett

The school opened on 8th January 1958 for all pupils aged 11 years and over who did not go to the grammar schools in nearby local towns. All pupils aged over 11 years were transferred from the two local all age schools and from schools in six local villages. Initially there were 279 pupils and 13 staff. Numbers rose year by year and the provision of various facilities increased. The school was re-organised as a comprehensive in 1972 and was renamed Wootton Bassett School, under which heading further information can be found.