St John the Evangelist Church School
Clevedon, BS21 5EL · North Somerset · primary school
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20th of 56 primary schools in North Somerset we can score, 64 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 3,547 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.2/10 among them, against 6.6/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
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 the Evangelist Church School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 14.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.2 out of 10 among them, against 6.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join RMC Sports Club, Street Dance, and drawing club, or take part in swimming and tennis coaching. Trips include the Somerset Dance Festival, Deanfield Activities Centre, and Forest School. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 259 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 does a typical day look like for a child attending the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2025 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St John the Evangelist Church School
Overview
St John the Evangelist Church School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a happy school where pupils embody values of ‘love, learn, together we soar’ and show kindness towards each other. Staff have high expectations for behaviour, creating a calm environment where pupils feel safe and supported.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well across the curriculum and in national tests for reading and mathematics, leaving them well prepared for their next stage of learning.
- The curriculum is well organised, with staff using strong subject knowledge and resources to help pupils acquire knowledge in a logical order.
- Reading is a clear priority; staff expertly support pupils to build fluency and expression, ensuring those needing extra practice become confident readers.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive tailored support and scaffolds to access the curriculum alongside their peers.
- The personal development programme is effective, offering wider opportunities such as visits to historical sites and community fundraising for charities.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, staff do not check often enough that pupils can recall previous work, leading to unaddressed gaps in understanding.
- The trust should ensure the school refines how assessment is used in these subjects to help pupils secure and deepen their knowledge.
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 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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