St John's CofE Primary School
Radstock, BA3 2JN · Bath and North East Somerset · primary school
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27th 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 4,305 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9/10 among them, against 4.9/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
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 CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9 out of 10 among them, against 4.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Young Voices, MNSP Debating, and Launchpad Sessions. Sports include Cross Country, Football, and Swimming. Arts features Bristol Beacon Choir trips and Woodwind lessons. Trips range from Stonehenge to a visit to Athens. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 382 pupils against a stated capacity of 408. 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 maths? How does the school integrate the Young Voices choir into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about St John's CofE Primary School
Overview
St John’s C ofE Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a "friendly, welcoming" environment where pupils feel safe and valued. Leaders maintain high expectations, fostering a culture where pupils are "spirited and engaging" and enthusiastic about learning opportunities both inside and beyond the classroom.
Strengths
- Pupils follow an "ambitious curriculum" that builds knowledge over time, with particular success in early reading and mathematics.
- Staff create an "inclusive environment," providing well-planned support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities through close collaboration with external agencies.
- Behaviour is excellent; classrooms are "calm" and staff deal with low-level disruption quickly, allowing pupils to learn without interruption.
- The school places strong emphasis on broader development, teaching pupils about "equality and fairness" and supporting their mental well-being.
- Staff report a strong sense of "team spirit," appreciating leadership support for their well-being and workload management.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, leaders have not identified closely enough the specific knowledge pupils need to learn, resulting in some pupils lacking the necessary breadth of skills.
- Teachers’ assessment approaches in some subjects are not fully developed, meaning staff do not always form an accurate picture of what pupils have securely learned.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving rigorous training and leaders ensuring pupils learn how to keep themselves safe online and in the wider world.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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