Paulton Junior School

URN: 109089 • Paulton BS39 7QY

Overview

Name
Paulton Junior School
URN
109089
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
80.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sally Rawlings (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01761418137
Website
Visit
Address
Plumptre Close, Paulton BS39 7QY

Summary

Paulton Junior School, located in Paulton, Bath and North East Somerset, is a community primary school that caters to 257 pupils aged 7 to 11. The school prides itself on a caring ethos, emphasising the importance of the 6Rs: Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Resourcefulness, Reflection, and Reasoning. These values guide the school's approach to education, fostering both academic achievement and personal growth.

The curriculum at Paulton Junior School is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, preparing students for their transition to secondary school. The school aims to create a stimulating learning environment where children can develop their individual skills and talents while feeling valued and respected. With class sizes ranging from 22 to 26, teachers can offer tailored support to meet the diverse needs of students.

Paulton Junior School has strong links with the local community, collaborating with Paulton Infants' School and local secondary schools to ensure a smooth educational continuum. The school also benefits from extensive outdoor spaces and facilities, including a heated swimming pool, which are used to enhance the learning experience.

Key details

LA
Bath and North East Somerset
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
360
Pupils
257
Boys
123
Girls
134
FSM %
19.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2015-01-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bristol

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 257 123 134 360 19.50
2024-09-11 267 136 131 360 21.70
2023-09-11 312 176 136 360 16.70
2022-09-11 312 176 136 360 16.70
2021-09-11 314 170 144 360 16.60
2020-09-11 302 165 137 360 11.90

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