Widcombe CofE Junior School
Bath, BA2 4JG · Bath and North East Somerset · primary school
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5th 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 3,317 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.3/10 among them, against 8.1/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 62% | 5.28 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 38% | 2.84 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Widcombe CofE Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 12.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.3 out of 10 among them, against 8.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a breakfast club, the Mulberry After-School Club, Sparks Sports and Coaching, and a Year 6 Camp.
Getting in
The published school roll is 243 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 Mulberry After-School Club integrate with the main school day for wraparound care? What specific support is available for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Widcombe CofE Junior School
Overview
The report describes a school where “pupils flourish” and “rise to the very high expectations staff have of them.” Inspectors found that the school provides an “excellent education” with an “exceptionally well-designed curriculum” that fosters high achievement and personal development. The inspection awarded ‘Outstanding’ across all four key judgement areas.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “carefully constructed” to set out essential knowledge, resulting in pupils having “impressive knowledge across the curriculum” and “superb” writing.
- Staff are “caring” and take time to know pupils individually, creating an environment where pupils “feel safe and confident to share any worries.”
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is “exemplary,” with needs identified “quickly and accurately” and bespoke support ensuring these pupils “achieve highly.”
- Personal development is strong, with pupils showing “strong empathy” and an “extraordinary understanding of the protected characteristics.”
- Reading is promoted effectively through activities like “book spas,” and phonics teaching is described as “extremely well” executed.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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