GP surgery in Wiltshire
Old School House Surgery
Church Street, Great Bedwyn, Marlborough, SN8 3PF
Scores 98 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 98% of patients say their experience is good and 95% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2016. It is taking on new patients.
How the score breaks down
Each line is a score out of 100. The England average is 50 and higher is better. How it works
Getting an appointment 97
- Easy to get through on the phone98
- Easy to contact online87
- Good experience of getting in touch99
- Did not wait too long for the appointment89
Quality of care 97
- Patients rate the surgery as good99
- Patients got what they needed90
- Doctors and nurses listen95
- Patients trust the staff74
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done73
- Meets NHS clinical targets91
- Children vaccinated on time93
What patients say
106 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
95%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
98%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
0
change since last year
2025: 98% · 2026: 98%
Getting in touch
The appointment
All survey questions, compared with England
| What patients said | This surgery | England | Last year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Getting in touch | |||
| Easy to get through by phone | 95% | 57% | 94% |
| Easy to contact via website | 76% | 58% | 78% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 88% | 54% | 80% |
| Reception staff helpful | 99% | 85% | 99% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 44% | 31% | 46% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 71% | 42% | 73% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 97% | 84% | 98% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 92% | 93% | 98% |
| Good experience of contacting | 97% | 73% | 97% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 91% | 57% | 91% |
| Waiting time was about right | 86% | 69% | 88% |
| Remote appointment | 11% | 26% | 10% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 97% | 87% | 94% |
| Treated with care and concern | 97% | 86% | 96% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 91% | 75% | 89% |
| Had all the information needed | 97% | 92% | 100% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 100% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 98% |
| Needs were met | 97% | 90% | 99% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 98% | 77% | 98% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 95% | 79% | 93% |
| Supported by local services | 92% | 70% | 92% |
| Discussed managing condition | 61% | 43% | 60% |
| Agreed a care plan | 43% | 46% | 65% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 106 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
From people who use this surgery. Official data cannot tell you these things.
Tell us about this surgery
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1 of 10Last time you needed a routine appointment, how long did you wait?
2 of 10When you last phoned, how long did it take to get through?
3 of 10How did you book your last appointment?
4 of 10Can you usually see the same GP?
5 of 10Was your last appointment on time?
6 of 10Are the reception staff helpful?
7 of 10Did the doctor or nurse listen to you?
8 of 10How easy is it to get a repeat prescription?
9 of 10Is parking easy?
10 of 10Would you recommend this surgery?
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Opening times and contact
| Monday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 8pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to noon |
| Friday | 9am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 6 November 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Church Street, Great Bedwyn, Marlborough, SN8 3PF
- Phone
- 01672 870388
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.oldschoolsurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- East Kennet PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- J83615 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 21 July 2016
This rating is 10 years old. The CQC has not published a newer inspection.
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Good |
| Is it effective? | Good |
| Is it caring? | Good |
| Is it responsive? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 18.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.0% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 11.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 12.0% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 10.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 82% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 85% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 74% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 93% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 82% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 64% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 77% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 57% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old School House Surgerythis surgery | – | 98 | 95% | 98% | Yes |
| Burbage SurgeryMarlborough, SN8 3TA | 3.4 miles | 100 | 99% | 99% | Yes |
| Hungerford SurgeryHungerford, RG17 0HY | 4.6 miles | 89 | 91% | 89% | Yes |
| Ramsbury SurgeryMarlborough, SN8 2QT | 4.9 miles | 98 | 94% | 95% | Yes |
| Kennet and Avon Medical PartnershipMarlborough, SN8 4BY | 6.1 miles | 19 | 59% | 71% | Yes |
| Kintbury & Woolton Hill SurgeryHungerford, RG17 9UX | 7.0 miles | 92 | 92% | 97% | Yes |
| Castle PracticeAndover, SP11 9RA | 8.3 miles | 71 | 68% | 86% | Yes |
| Lambourn SurgeryHungerford, RG17 8PS | 9.5 miles | 77 | 87% | 85% | Yes |
| Avon Valley PracticePewsey, SN9 6DZ | 10.6 miles | 28 | 55% | 72% | Yes |
| Falkland SurgeryNewbury, RG14 7DF | 11.6 miles | 63 | 67% | 81% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Old School House Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Old School House Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01672 870388.
How do patients rate Old School House Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 98% of patients at Old School House Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 95% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 98 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Old School House Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Old School House Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 21 July 2016).
What are the opening times of Old School House Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 8pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8:30am to noon, Friday 9am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 6 November 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Old School House Surgery?
Call 01672 870388 or visit its website, www.oldschoolsurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Church Street, Great Bedwyn, Marlborough, SN8 3PF.
How many patients are registered at Old School House Surgery?
Around 3,501 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of East Kennet PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire NHS area.
Where this comes from: the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, Care Quality Commission ratings, NHS records of patients, conditions, checks and vaccinations (published through OHID Fingertips), and this surgery's page on the NHS website (checked 20 September 2026). Read how the score is worked out. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.