Frenchay Church of England Primary School
Bristol, BS16 1UZ · South Gloucestershire · primary school
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12th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 6.4/10 against 4,258 of them, against 6.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 78.0 · 84 | 62% | 5.17 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 38% | 1.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Frenchay Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (6.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the School Council, Eco Club, Pupil Parliament, and the School Choir.
Getting in
The published school roll is 226 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
What specific support is available for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard? How are the Eco Club and Pupil Parliament integrated into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Frenchay Church of England Primary School
Overview
Frenchay Church of England Primary School is described as a “happy and welcoming place” where pupils are “proud of their school” and build strong, respectful relationships. The inspection found that most pupils achieve well and are “ready for the next stage of their education,” supported by a carefully sequenced curriculum in many subjects and effective early reading provision.
Strengths
- Pupils are “kind and helpful,” showing respect and moving around the school in a “safe and orderly manner.”
- The school has implemented an “effective phonics programme” with well-trained adults, ensuring most pupils keep up and receive targeted support for gaps.
- A “carefully sequenced curriculum” in most subjects helps pupils build knowledge gradually, such as in science.
- The personal, social and health education curriculum is “effective,” helping pupils learn to be safe and understand the wider world.
- Governors have an “accurate understanding of the school’s strengths” and challenge the school to ensure continued improvement.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, the school has “not fully identified the knowledge that pupils should learn,” hindering knowledge building.
- The school lacks an “accurate understanding of what pupils know and remember” in some subjects, meaning gaps in knowledge go unaddressed.
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 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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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