St Vigor & St John Church School
Radstock, BA3 4EX · Somerset · primary school
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50th of 156 primary schools in Somerset we can score, 219 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 4,259 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7/10 among them, against 5.5/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| 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 Vigor & St John Church School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% 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 December 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7 out of 10 among them, against 5.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Forest School and the Wraparound Club, compete in the Exmoor Challenge, and join the Avon Valley Whole School Trip. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 211 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the higher standard? How does the Forest School curriculum integrate with daily lessons?
What Ofsted said about St Vigor & St John Church School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are “proud to attend” and demonstrate a culture of “high expectation, respect and tolerance.” Leaders have established an “ambitious and carefully sequenced curriculum” that supports rapid progress, particularly in the early years, while fostering strong personal development and community engagement.
Strengths
- Behaviour is “Outstanding,” with pupils showing “resilience” and a “well-developed sense of why bullying is wrong.”
- The early years provision is “Outstanding,” featuring a “very well structured” curriculum that enables children to make “rapid progress.”
- Leaders have “prioritised reading,” ensuring staff “quickly identify pupils who need support” to become fluent readers.
- Pupils have “hugely positive attitudes towards their learning” and actively contribute to charity and the local community.
- Staff identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) early, ensuring “bespoke provision is in place” promptly.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure the governing body, which has recently reformed its scheme of delegation, can “confidently provide critical support to senior leaders” and ask “challenging questions.”
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” with staff being “vigilant to identify and report any concerns” and pupils being “well informed about risk.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 87% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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