Freshford Church School
100%
Capacity
160
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Freshford Church School
Freshford 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 160 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 160 places).
Ofsted has rated Freshford Church School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ruth Poole, it falls under Bath and North East Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 100% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 25th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 52 in Bath and North East Somerset.
Freshford Church School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 20 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Freshford Church School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Cricket, Netball, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Eco Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 1.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, Freshford 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 | High Street, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 7WE |
| Headteacher | Ruth Poole |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 160 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 1.3% |
| School Capacity | 160 / 160 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 6 Sept 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (100%)
25th of 13,686
Nationally
4th of 1,469
In South West
1st 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
100%
Expected Standard
36%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
100%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
44
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
High Street, Bath
Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 7WE
Journey to School
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