St Johns Church of England Primary School, Clifton
89%
Capacity
466
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Johns Church of England Primary School, Clifton
St Johns Church of England Primary School, Clifton is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 466 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 525 places).
Ofsted has rated St Johns Church of England Primary School, Clifton "Good", the school is led by headteacher Justin Hoye, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4885th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
St Johns Church of England Primary School, Clifton is a popular choice with families — it received 173 applications for 75 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 71 were first-preference applications.
St Johns Church of England Primary School, Clifton parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 99% recommending the school (234 responses).
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 Johns Church of England Primary School, Clifton include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Choir, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, St Johns Church of England Primary School, Clifton 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Worrall Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS8 2UH |
| Headteacher | Justin Hoye |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 466 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.1% |
| School Capacity | 466 / 525 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4885th of 13,686
Nationally
438th of 1,469
In South West
23rd of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
234 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed75
173
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
71 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Johns Church of England Primary School, Clifton
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Contact Information
Worrall Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS8 2UH
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