St John's Church of England Primary School
96%
Capacity
201
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About St John's Church of England Primary School
St John's Church of England Primary 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 201 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St John's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julia Bamfield, it falls under Bath and North East Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6676th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 52 in Bath and North East Somerset.
St John's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 24 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 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 St John's Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Library, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Netball, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, St John's Church of England 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Charlton Park, Bristol, Bath and North East Somerset, BS31 2NB |
| Headteacher | Julia Bamfield |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.4% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 210 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6676th of 13,686
Nationally
628th of 1,469
In South West
26th 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
63%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
63%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John's Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Charlton Park, Bristol
Bath and North East Somerset, BS31 2NB
Charlton Park, Bristol
Bath and North East Somerset, BS31 2NB
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