Watermore Primary School
98%
Capacity
412
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Watermore Primary School
Watermore Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Gloucestershire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 412 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Watermore Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Rawcliffe, it falls under South Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5104th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 69 in South Gloucestershire.
Watermore Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 58 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
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 Watermore Primary School include Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Netball, Cricket, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, Watermore 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Lower Stone Close, Frampton Cotterell, South Gloucestershire, BS36 2LE |
| Headteacher | Lisa Rawcliffe |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 412 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.9% |
| School Capacity | 412 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5104th of 13,686
Nationally
459th of 1,469
In South West
22nd of 69
In South Gloucestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
67%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed58
98
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Watermore Primary School
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Contact Information
Lower Stone Close, Frampton Cotterell
South Gloucestershire, BS36 2LE
Lower Stone Close, Frampton Cotterell
South Gloucestershire, BS36 2LE
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