St John's Catholic Primary School, Trowbridge
Trowbridge, BA14 9EA · Wiltshire · primary school
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86th 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 4,292 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.3/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 40% | 1.10 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
St John's Catholic Primary School, Trowbridge overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 11.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.3 out of 10 among them, against 4.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Book Club and Chapel Champions, participate in gymnastics, dance, tag rugby and swimming, or take music lessons. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 300 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 school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities do the Chapel Champions undertake during the term? How are places allocated if demand exceeds the 15 spare spots?
What Ofsted said about St John's Catholic Primary School, Trowbridge
Overview
St John’s Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are proud of their "warm and caring" environment. Leaders have created an "ambitious curriculum" that builds knowledge coherently, resulting in pupils who behave extremely well and achieve well, including those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils "live out the school’s strong Catholic values" and treat one another with respect and politeness.
- The curriculum is carefully organised so that "lessons build upon what pupils have learned before," particularly in mathematics.
- Staff are "well trained to deliver the phonics and reading curriculum," with targeted support for those needing extra help.
- Leaders identify pupils with special educational needs "accurately and quickly," adapting teaching so they access the same curriculum as peers.
- Staff feel "well supported by leaders" because their well-being is prioritised and workload is carefully considered.
Areas to improve
- In key stage 1, reading books do not always match the sounds pupils know, preventing some from decoding words accurately.
- In a small number of subjects, leaders have not clearly identified the prior knowledge pupils need, making it difficult to learn new content.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff who "know pupils and their families well" and are quick to respond to risks.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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
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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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