Frampton Cotterell Church of England Primary School
Bristol, BS36 2BT · South Gloucestershire · primary school
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13th 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 3,535 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.3/10 among them, against 8.8/10 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 | 88.0 · 96 | 40% | 3.85 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Frampton Cotterell Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 88.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 12.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.3 out of 10 among them, against 8.8 out of 10 nationally. The school was inspected in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join gardening, eco, and coding clubs, play football, netball, tag rugby, handball, and basketball, or participate in choir, street dance, “rocksteady” music and drama, singing, harmonica, piano, and guitar. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 295 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 new inspection framework affect current teaching priorities? What are the specific entry criteria for the next academic year? How is the after-school club structured for daily attendance?
What Ofsted said about Frampton Cotterell Church of England Primary School
Overview
Frampton Cotterell Church of England Primary School provides an education where pupils “typically achieve well” and enjoy a “kind and friendly” environment. The report highlights a “strong standard” in personal development, with pupils demonstrating deep understanding of school values and British values, alongside “expected standard” ratings in achievement, attendance, behaviour, curriculum, early years, inclusion, and leadership.
Strengths
- Pupils have a “deep understanding of the school values” and demonstrate “tolerance and respect for others,” resulting in rare bullying.
- Leaders have successfully improved historically weaker areas, such as phonics and multiplication, leading to rising attainment.
- The school offers a “rich selection” of extra-curricular activities, ensuring disadvantaged pupils benefit from enrichment opportunities.
- Staff know pupils well, allowing for quick identification of barriers to learning and effective pastoral support.
- Governors provide “robust oversight” and work closely with leaders to support the school’s improvement journey.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure the foundation curriculum is implemented consistently effectively across all subjects so pupils can “deepen their understanding.”
- Staff should consistently use assessment to identify gaps in knowledge, allowing teaching to be adapted to “swiftly close these for pupils.”
- Leaders should ensure high-quality interactions in reception consistently engage all children in learning experiences.
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 | 89% |
| 2023/24 | 84% |
| 2024/25 | 88% |
| 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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