Best Primary Schools in Bath and North East Somerset 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 63 schools across Bath and North East Somerset. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

24%

Outstanding rate

63%

Avg KS2 SATs

34.6

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	St John's Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	82	View school
🥈	Bishop Sutton Primary School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
🥉	Bathford Church School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
4.	Pensford Primary School Primary	Good	76	View school
5.	Widcombe CofE Junior School Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
6.	Paulton Junior School Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
7.	Clutton Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school
8.	Trinity Church School Primary	Good	74	View school
9.	High Littleton CofE VC Primary School Primary	Outstanding	73	View school
10.	Shoscombe Church School Primary	Good	73	View school
11.	East Harptree Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	73	View school
12.	Saltford CofE Primary School Primary	Good	70	View school
13.	Farrington Gurney Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
14.	Swainswick Church School Primary	Good	69	View school
15.	St Julian's Church School Primary	Good	69	View school
16.	Stanton Drew Primary School Primary	Outstanding	69	View school
17.	Westfield Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
18.	Bathwick St Mary Church School Primary	Outstanding	68	View school
19.	Freshford Church School Primary	Good	68	View school
20.	Farmborough Church Primary School Primary	Outstanding	68	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Bath and North East Somerset?

There are 63 primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, of which 15 (24%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Bath and North East Somerset?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Bath and North East Somerset is St John's Church of England Primary School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Bath and North East Somerset?

Primary and secondary school applications in Bath and North East Somerset are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Bath and North East Somerset council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Bath and North East Somerset?

24% of primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset are rated Outstanding and 63% are rated Good. 75.3% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.