St Mark's CofE Junior School, Salisbury
95%
Capacity
359
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St Mark's CofE Junior School, Salisbury
St Mark's CofE Junior School, Salisbury is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 359 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 378 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mark's CofE Junior School, Salisbury "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Fielder, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5688th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 159 in Wiltshire.
St Mark's CofE Junior School, Salisbury parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 74% recommending the school (95 responses).
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 Mark's CofE Junior School, Salisbury include Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Tennis, Football, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, St Mark's CofE Junior School, Salisbury 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Somerset Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3BL |
| Headteacher | Helen Fielder |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 359 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.6% |
| School Capacity | 359 / 378 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 11 May 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5688th of 13,686
Nationally
523rd of 1,469
In South West
54th of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
95 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mark's CofE Junior School, Salisbury
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Contact Information
Somerset Road, Salisbury
Wiltshire, SP1 3BL
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