Farmborough Church Primary School
86%
Capacity
150
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Farmborough Church Primary School
Farmborough Church Primary 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 150 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 175 places).
Ofsted has rated Farmborough Church Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Darren Roberts, it falls under Bath and North East Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4853rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 52 in Bath and North East Somerset.
Farmborough Church Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 25 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Farmborough Church Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 81% recommending the school (47 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Farmborough Church Primary School include Forest School, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Swimming, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Drama, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, Farmborough Church 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, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 0FY |
| Headteacher | Darren Roberts |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 150 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.3% |
| School Capacity | 150 / 175 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4853rd of 13,686
Nationally
435th of 1,469
In South West
17th 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
68%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
47 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
44
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Farmborough Church Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
The Street, Bath
Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 0FY
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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