Sarum St Paul's CofE (VA) Primary School
98%
Capacity
217
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Sarum St Paul's CofE (VA) Primary School
Sarum St Paul's CofE (VA) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 221 places).
Ofsted has rated Sarum St Paul's CofE (VA) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Blanche Hannah Easthope, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4613th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 159 in Wiltshire.
Sarum St Paul's CofE (VA) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 30 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
Sarum St Paul's CofE (VA) Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (59 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sarum St Paul's CofE (VA) Primary School include Music Rooms, Forest School, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Cross Country, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Sarum St Paul's CofE (VA) 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 | Westminster Road, Westminster Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7DG |
| Headteacher | Blanche Hannah Easthope |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.7% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 221 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4613th of 13,686
Nationally
407th of 1,469
In South West
41st of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
59 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
108
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sarum St Paul's CofE (VA) Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Westminster Road, Westminster Road, Salisbury
Wiltshire, SP2 7DG
Westminster Road, Westminster Road, Salisbury
Wiltshire, SP2 7DG
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