Farrington Gurney Church of England Primary School
89%
Capacity
93
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Farrington Gurney Church of England Primary School
Farrington Gurney Church of England 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 93 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Farrington Gurney Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dan Turull, it falls under Bath and North East Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7204th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 52 in Bath and North East Somerset.
Farrington Gurney Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 10 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
Farrington Gurney Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (43 responses).
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 Farrington Gurney Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Tennis, Netball, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Book Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, Farrington Gurney Church of England 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 | Church Lane, Bristol, Bath and North East Somerset, BS39 6TY |
| Headteacher | Dan Turull |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 93 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.5% |
| School Capacity | 93 / 105 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7204th of 13,686
Nationally
678th of 1,469
In South West
27th 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
62%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
87%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
43 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
29
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Farrington Gurney Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Bristol
Bath and North East Somerset, BS39 6TY
Church Lane, Bristol
Bath and North East Somerset, BS39 6TY
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