Saltford CofE Primary School
Bristol, BS31 3DW · Bath and North East Somerset · primary school
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1st of 53 primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset we can score, 63 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 1,942 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.5/10 among them, against 8.5/10 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 | 86.0 · 95 | 40% | 3.78 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Saltford CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 86.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 11.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.5 out of 10 among them, against 8.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in basketball, football, and athletics.
Getting in
The published school roll is 417 pupils against a stated capacity of 430. 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 in reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for pupils who need extra help in reading or maths?
What Ofsted said about Saltford CofE Primary School
Overview
Pupils “thrive” at Saltford CofE Primary School, where they are described as “safe and happy.” The report highlights an “exceptional curriculum” and a strong culture of care, with leaders who “relentlessly pursue excellence.” Consequently, all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, “flourish” in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Strengths
- Leaders have constructed an “exceptional curriculum” that allows pupils to make “sophisticated connections” across subjects, such as linking mathematics and language learning.
- Staff provide “precise support” for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they receive high-quality training and tailored assistance.
- A “strong culture of reading” is embedded, with an effective early reading curriculum and a welcoming library that pupils love.
- Pupils are “highly motivated,” showing “resilience when faced with a setback” and persisting until successful.
- The school fosters inclusivity, with pupils learning to “celebrate difference” and understanding fundamental British values.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with staff receiving regular training and being “vigilant” in reporting concerns to ensure pupils and families receive necessary help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 82% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 2024/25 | 86% |
| 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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