Widcombe CofE Junior School

About Widcombe CofE Junior School

Widcombe CofE Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bath and North East Somerset community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 237 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 240 places).

the school is led by headteacher Alison Watts, it falls under Bath and North East Somerset local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2939th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 52 in Bath and North East Somerset.

Widcombe CofE Junior School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (153 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Widcombe CofE Junior School include Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Gymnastics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Gardening.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, Widcombe CofE Junior 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.

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