Christ The King Catholic Primary School, Thornbury
Bristol, BS35 1AW · South Gloucestershire · primary school
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59th of 82 primary schools in South Gloucestershire we can score, 93 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 3,831 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.5/10 among them, against 2.4/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 41% | 1.31 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.77 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Christ The King Catholic Primary School, Thornbury overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.5 out of 10 among them, against 2.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a breakfast club and an after-school club. Activities include Lego themed parties, Marble run, and Knex. Sports options cover football, hockey, table football, air hockey, table tennis, and tennis. Arts and music provision includes crafts, painting, and colouring.
Getting in
The published school roll is 207 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 standard to the higher standard? What specific strategies are used to improve reading outcomes for the current cohort? How are the 3 remaining places managed for the upcoming academic year?
What Ofsted said about Christ The King Catholic Primary School, Thornbury
Overview
Christ the King Catholic Primary School is described as a place where "everyone is valued" and the community feels like a "happy family." The inspection found that leaders have designed an "ambitious" curriculum that prepares pupils well for their next stage of learning, with most students responding positively to high expectations.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and balanced," with leaders clearly deciding what pupils need to know and how they will learn it.
- Reading is a "key priority," with consistent phonics teaching and matched books helping pupils become "confident, fluent readers."
- Staff maintain "very respectful" relationships with pupils, and the playground is a "harmonious space" where bullying is rare and quickly resolved.
- Teachers have "strong mathematical knowledge" and high expectations, resulting in most pupils knowing and remembering more in mathematics.
- Governors "challenge and support leaders capably," while staff feel valued due to consideration of their workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must further develop the curriculum to ensure pupils can "understand and confidently use vocabulary in all subjects," particularly in mathematics where understanding is not always secure.
- Leaders need to ensure the curriculum supports pupils to become "more resilient and confident," addressing the issue where a minority "give up too easily" when work is difficult.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with a culture that ensures pupil safety and timely support for families facing challenges.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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