St Philip's CofE Primary School
99%
Capacity
277
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Philip's CofE Primary School
St Philip's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bath and North East Somerset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 277 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 280 places).
Ofsted has rated St Philip's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Coppens, it falls under Bath and North East Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7420th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 52 in Bath and North East Somerset.
St Philip's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 38 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
St Philip's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (41 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Philip's CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Netball, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Choir, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, St Philip'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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Bloomfield Rise, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 2BN |
| Headteacher | Joanne Coppens |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 277 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.2% |
| School Capacity | 277 / 280 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7420th of 13,686
Nationally
704th of 1,469
In South West
30th 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
61%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
41 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Philip's CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Bloomfield Rise, Bath
Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 2BN
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