Coombe Bissett Church of England Primary School
Salisbury, SP5 4LU · Wiltshire · primary school
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124th of 181 primary schools in Wiltshire we can score, 201 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 3,752 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9/10 among them, against 4.4/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Coombe Bissett Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection took place in January 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9 out of 10 among them, against 4.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Construction Club, Homework Club, Timetable Rockstars, Cartoon Drawing, Lego, Choir, and Ukulele, as well as play football. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 105 pupils against a stated capacity of 119. 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 who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the Homework Club? How does the new Ofsted framework affect the current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Coombe Bissett Church of England Primary School
Overview
The report describes a small school where leaders have worked with "energy and determination" to remedy previous weaknesses, resulting in stable leadership and high staff morale. Most pupils achieve in line with national expectations and are "well prepared for their next stage of education," benefiting from a curriculum that fosters curiosity and a strong sense of belonging.
Strengths
- The early years are a "hive of busy and exciting learning," where children display "high levels of curiosity and creativity" and make sustained progress.
- Pupils exhibit "mature attitudes," are polite, and uphold high expectations, creating a "happy and friendly place to learn" where bullying is rare.
- Staff build "caring relationships" with pupils, using strategies like 'emotion stones' and a wellbeing dog to support mental health and inclusion.
- Leaders and governors provide "secure oversight," ensuring funding is used wisely to remove barriers for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teaching in the wider curriculum consistently supports pupils to "produce high-quality work" and deepen their knowledge.
- Leaders should refine provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities so that individual targets are "precise and consistently well matched to pupils' needs."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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