Shoscombe Church School
99%
Capacity
117
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Shoscombe Church School
Shoscombe Church School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bath and North East Somerset community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 117 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 118 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Shoscombe Church School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tania Rorison, it falls under Bath and North East Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% 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 458th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 52 in Bath and North East Somerset.
Shoscombe Church School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 12 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
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 Shoscombe Church School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Forest School, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Book Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, Shoscombe 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | St Julian's Road, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 8NB |
| Headteacher | Tania Rorison |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 117 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.8% |
| School Capacity | 117 / 118 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
458th of 13,686
Nationally
37th of 1,469
In South West
3rd 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
88%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
88%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
40
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St Julian's Road, Bath
Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 8NB
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