Saltford CofE Primary School
98%
Capacity
423
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Saltford CofE Primary School
Saltford 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 423 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 430 places).
the school is led by headteacher Dawn Sage, it falls under Bath and North East Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2281st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 52 in Bath and North East Somerset.
Saltford CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 58 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 75 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Saltford CofE Primary School include Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Football, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, Saltford 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 | Claverton Road, Bristol, Bath and North East Somerset, BS31 3DW |
| Headteacher | Dawn Sage |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 423 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.0% |
| School Capacity | 423 / 430 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2281st of 13,686
Nationally
192nd of 1,469
In South West
9th 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
77%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
77%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
75 families put this school as their 1st choice (76% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Saltford CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Claverton Road, Bristol
Bath and North East Somerset, BS31 3DW
Journey to School
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