St Martin's Garden Primary School
65%
Capacity
204
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St Martin's Garden Primary School
St Martin's Garden Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bath and North East Somerset community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Martin's Garden Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Joe Lund, it falls under Bath and North East Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11554th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 52 in Bath and North East Somerset.
St Martin's Garden Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 24 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 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 St Martin's Garden Primary School include Forest School, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Library, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Drama, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, St Martin's Garden 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Lympsham Green, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 2UN |
| Headteacher | Joe Lund |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.5% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 315 (65% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11554th of 13,686
Nationally
1153rd of 1,469
In South West
45th 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
46%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
29%
'23/24
46%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lympsham Green, Bath
Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 2UN
Lympsham Green, Bath
Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 2UN
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