St John's Church of England Primary School
Bristol, BS31 2NB · Bath and North East Somerset · primary school
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17th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 7.1/10 against 4,194 of them, against 7.0/10 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 | 87.0 · 96 | 40% | 3.82 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
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 Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 87.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. 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 (7.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 195 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
How does the school support pupils who do not reach the higher standard in their core subjects? What specific activities are available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about St John's Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending this school and take pride in being responsible citizens who contribute positively to the community. The curriculum is described as "broad and ambitious" with a strong focus on reading, though assessment in some wider subjects is not yet effective enough to prevent knowledge gaps.
Strengths
- Personal development is outstanding, with pupils demonstrating a "deep understanding of fundamental British values" and strong moral grounding.
- Reading is central to the curriculum; children in the early years "get off to a strong start" and older pupils show enthusiasm for a wide range of texts.
- Behaviour is positive, with pupils responding well to high expectations and using ‘silent instructions’ to create a "purposeful learning environment".
- Staff know pupils and families well, providing support through initiatives like the ‘lodge’ for quiet time and ensuring SEND pupils build knowledge sequentially in mathematics.
Areas to improve
- The trust must ensure assessment is used effectively across all wider curriculum subjects to identify knowledge gaps and inform future curriculum design.
- Learning for pupils with SEND in wider curriculum subjects needs improvement to help them "know more and remember more" effectively.
Safeguarding
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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 87% |
| 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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