Free parking for academy staff, visitors, and parents, monitored by security
The Deanery Car Park is a private tarmac lot located on the premises of The Deanery Academy on Swindon Road, serving staff, visitors, and students. The facility offers 60 marked bays, including four Blue Badge spaces near the main entrance and one motorcycle bay. It operates during school hours7 am6 pm MondayFriday; parking is free for parents and visitors dropping off or collecting students, but buses and staff permits are enforced by on-site security. LED bollard lighting provides illumination until dusk, and CCTV monitors the entrance and pedestrian walkways. Pedestrian exits lead directly to the academy reception (20 m) and playground access (50 m). No EV charging is available, and overnight parking is prohibited. Seasonal school events (sports day, parents evening) can fill the lot by 8 am; overflow is directed to Swindon College Car Park (0.8 km). Maintenance crews clear litter and inspect lines biweekly.