St John's CofE Primary School
96%
Capacity
392
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St John's CofE Primary School
St John's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England/Christian primary school serving the Bath and North East Somerset community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 392 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 408 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St John's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Danielle West-Gaul, it falls under Bath and North East Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8327th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 52 in Bath and North East Somerset.
St John's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 37 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John's CofE Primary School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Netball, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Science Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, St John's 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England/Christian |
| Address | Redfield Road, Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset, BA3 2JN |
| Headteacher | Danielle West-Gaul |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 392 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.7% |
| School Capacity | 392 / 408 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Nov 2010. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8327th of 13,686
Nationally
796th of 1,469
In South West
33rd 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
58%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
58%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed37
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Redfield Road, Radstock
Bath and North East Somerset, BA3 2JN
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