Christ Church, Church of England Junior School, Downend
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About Christ Church, Church of England Junior School, Downend
Christ Church, Church of England Junior School, Downend is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Gloucestershire community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 300 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 300 places).
Ofsted has rated Christ Church, Church of England Junior School, Downend "Good", the school is led by headteacher Pippa Osborne, it falls under South Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5761st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 69 in South Gloucestershire.
Christ Church, Church of England Junior School, Downend parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (76 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 Christ Church, Church of England Junior School, Downend include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, Christ Church, Church of England Junior School, Downend 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Pendennis Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS16 5JJ |
| Headteacher | Pippa Osborne |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 300 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.0% |
| School Capacity | 300 / 300 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 12 Feb 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5761st of 13,686
Nationally
530th of 1,469
In South West
27th of 69
In South Gloucestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
76 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
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Contact Information
Pendennis Road, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS16 5JJ
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