Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Church of England Aided Primary School
46%
Capacity
55
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Church of England Aided Primary School
Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Church of England Aided Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 55 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (46% of 119 places).
Ofsted has rated Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Church of England Aided Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Polly Hale, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 20% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13561st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 159th out of 159 in Wiltshire.
Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Church of England Aided Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 13 applications for 5 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Church of England Aided Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Cricket, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Church of England Aided Primary 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 | The Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 5AR |
| Headteacher | Polly Hale |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 55 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.2% |
| School Capacity | 55 / 119 (46% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (20%)
13561st of 13,686
Nationally
1453rd of 1,469
In South West
159th of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
20%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
20%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed5
13
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
5 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Church of England Aided Primary School
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Contact Information
The Street, Salisbury
Wiltshire, SP3 5AR
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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