Christ Church Church of England Primary School
Bristol, BS8 3AW · Bristol, City of · primary school
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24th of 90 primary schools in Bristol, City of we can score, 102 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 3,159 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2/10 among them, against 2.9/10 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 | 41.0 · 9 | 40% | 0.35 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Christ Church Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 41.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 9.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2 out of 10 among them, against 2.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join animation and drama workshops, a prayer group, and various sports including cross country, basketball, cricket, football, gymnastics, and athletics. Arts activities feature Arts Week, Christmas plays, singing assemblies, in-school concerts, and djembe drumming. Trips visit Bristol Museum, SS Great Britain, Clifton Village, and the Suspension Bridge. A breakfast club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 333 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 bridge the gap between the 41.0% expected standard and the national median of 64%? What specific strategies are used to maintain the Outstanding Ofsted rating?
What Ofsted said about Christ Church Church of England Primary School
Overview
Christ Church Church of England Primary School is described as a "happy and nurturing" environment where "pupils flourish." The inspection found that the school maintains "very high expectations" which pupils consistently meet, resulting in "confident and articulate learners." The report highlights an "exceptional curriculum" and "exceptional" personal development, with pupils demonstrating strong behaviour and a deep sense of community.
Strengths
- The school has designed an "exceptional curriculum" where knowledge builds systematically through clearly identified "building blocks of learning."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "swiftly identified" and supported to access the "same ambitious curriculum as their peers."
- Personal development is "exceptional," with pupils developing a "strong awareness of cultures and faiths" through visits to local places of worship.
- An "impressive programme" of clubs, trips, and outdoor activities "enrich pupils’ learning and develop their character."
- Staff are "extremely dedicated" and care deeply for pupils, while trustees have an "accurate understanding of the school’s effectiveness."
Areas to improve
- The report notes that "published outcomes do not reflect the overall quality of the curriculum due, in part, to high pupil mobility," implying a need to address the impact of this mobility on recorded results.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 41% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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