Marksbury CofE Primary School
88%
Capacity
92
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Marksbury CofE Primary School
Marksbury CofE 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 92 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Marksbury CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Player, it falls under Bath and North East Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1420th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 52 in Bath and North East Somerset.
Marksbury CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 15 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Marksbury CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Library, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Tennis, Athletics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, Marksbury CofE 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 | Marksbury, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 9HS |
| Headteacher | Julie Player |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 92 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.8% |
| School Capacity | 92 / 105 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1420th of 13,686
Nationally
125th of 1,469
In South West
8th 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
80%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
80%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
28
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Marksbury CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Marksbury, Bath
Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 9HS
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