Bathford Church School
66%
Capacity
139
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Bathford Church School
Bathford Church School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bath and North East Somerset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 139 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Bathford Church School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Becky Hayter, it falls under Bath and North East Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1351st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 52 in Bath and North East Somerset.
Bathford Church School is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 12 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
Bathford Church School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (91 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bathford Church School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Science Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, Bathford Church School is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Dovers Park, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, BA1 7UB |
| Headteacher | Becky Hayter |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 139 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.8% |
| School Capacity | 139 / 210 (66% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1351st of 13,686
Nationally
114th of 1,469
In South West
7th of 52
In Bath and North East Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
81%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
91 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
28
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bathford Church School
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Contact Information
Dovers Park, Bath
Bath and North East Somerset, BA1 7UB
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