St Nicholas Chantry Church of England Primary School
Clevedon, BS21 7LT · North Somerset · primary school
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4th 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 3,124 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.5/10 among them, against 7.7/10 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 | 84.0 · 93 | 62% | 5.73 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 38% | 1.95 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Nicholas Chantry Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 84.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.5 out of 10 among them, against 7.7 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 325 pupils against a stated capacity of 400. 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 to move from the expected to the higher standard? What specific trips or clubs are available for Year 6?
What Ofsted said about St Nicholas Chantry Church of England Primary School
Overview
St Nicholas Chantry Church of England Primary School is described as “welcoming and friendly,” with pupils enjoying high attendance and positive attitudes. The report highlights that staff are “relentless in their ambition to help pupils thrive,” resulting in a curriculum that is clear and well-sequenced in its strongest subjects. Governance is noted as “very effective,” with robust systems ensuring a positive impact on all pupils.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “positive attitudes to their learning” and are “eager to share their ideas.”
- The curriculum has been “redeveloped and strengthened,” with clarity over what pupils should learn and in what order.
- Children in Reception settle successfully, developing early skills through high-quality conversations and practical activities.
- Personal development is a strength, with pupils showing a “mature understanding of British values” and awareness of online safety.
- Reading provision is effective, with books “well matched to the sounds they know” and precise support for those falling behind.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, assessment checks are “not sufficiently precise,” meaning the extent of pupil learning is not always understood.
- Not all staff have the training needed to support pupils in reaching intended curriculum goals, leading to insufficient depth of knowledge in some subjects.
- The school must ensure assessment informs teaching and that teachers have the expertise to make the right pedagogical choices.
Safeguarding
The report states that “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 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 84% |
| 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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