St Paul's Catholic Primary School
97%
Capacity
203
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Paul's Catholic Primary School
St Paul's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the South Gloucestershire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 203 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Paul's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Maxine Sewell, it falls under South Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4774th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 69 in South Gloucestershire.
St Paul's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 28 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
St Paul's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (38 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Paul's Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Rounders, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, St Paul's Catholic 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Sundridge Park, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS37 4EP |
| Headteacher | Maxine Sewell |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 203 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.3% |
| School Capacity | 203 / 210 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2025): Some aspects not as strong
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4774th of 13,686
Nationally
424th of 1,469
In South West
19th of 69
In South Gloucestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
38 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Paul's Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
Sundridge Park, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS37 4EP
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