St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Yate
100%
Capacity
314
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Yate
St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Yate is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Gloucestershire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 314 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Yate "Good", the school is led by headteacher Bethan Scriven/Julie Simpson, it falls under South Gloucestershire 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 6903rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 69 in South Gloucestershire.
St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Yate is a popular choice with families — it received 139 applications for 45 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Yate include Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Swimming, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Yate 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS37 5BG |
| Headteacher | Bethan Scriven/Julie Simpson |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 314 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.8% |
| School Capacity | 314 / 315 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6903rd of 13,686
Nationally
653rd of 1,469
In South West
38th of 69
In South Gloucestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'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
2025/26Oversubscribed45
139
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Yate
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Contact Information
Church Road, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS37 5BG
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