Batheaston Church School
Bath, BA1 7EP · Bath and North East Somerset · primary school
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26th of 53 primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset we can score, 63 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,263 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.3/10 among them, against 5.0/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 2.00 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.29 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Batheaston Church School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, also equal to the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.3 out of 10 among them, against 5.0 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in drum lessons and the Daily Mile. The arts programme includes Spring Concerts, Christmas Shows, Year 6 leavers shows, Nativity, Peter Pan, and Aladdin. Forest School trips are offered, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 181 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to progress from the expected to the higher standard? What specific activities are included in the Forest School trips? How is the after-school club structured for different year groups?
What Ofsted said about Batheaston Church School
Overview
Batheaston Church School is described as a "calm and orderly place to learn" where relationships are "warm and encouraging." The report states that the overall effectiveness is Good, with pupils feeling safe, valued, and proud of their school’s Christian values.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well-planned" in most subjects, with "well thought through" sequences of learning.
- Reading is a clear priority; the phonics programme is "effective" and fosters a "love of reading."
- Staff "swiftly spot pupils who fall behind" in phonics and mathematics, providing targeted support.
- Early years provision is strong, with "secure routines" helping children gain confidence and independence.
- Pupils demonstrate "respect and tolerance," understanding physical and mental health and positive relationships.
Areas to improve
- In a "small minority of subjects," leaders do not identify essential knowledge, meaning pupils are not consistently able to recall previous learning.
- Subject leaders in some areas do not monitor the curriculum in enough detail to understand how pupils secure knowledge over time.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with staff receiving mandatory training, maintaining thorough records, and working with agencies to ensure pupils receive necessary help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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