Peasedown St John Primary School
79%
Capacity
414
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Peasedown St John Primary School
Peasedown St John Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Bath and North East Somerset community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 414 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Peasedown St John Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ruth Noall, it falls under Bath and North East Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11485th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 52 in Bath and North East Somerset.
Peasedown St John Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 53 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Peasedown St John Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Library, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Dining Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, Peasedown St John 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Bath Road, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 8DH |
| Headteacher | Ruth Noall |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 414 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.7% |
| School Capacity | 414 / 525 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11485th of 13,686
Nationally
1146th of 1,469
In South West
44th 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
47%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
47%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
66
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (80% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Peasedown St John Primary School
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Contact Information
Bath Road, Bath
Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 8DH
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