St Francis Catholic Primary School
URN: 109239 • Nailsea BS48 4PD
Overview
- Name
- St Francis Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 109239
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Serious Weaknesses
- Ranking score
- 38.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Catherine Hunt (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Station Road, Nailsea BS48 4PD
Summary
St Francis Catholic Primary School, located in Nailsea, North Somerset, is a voluntary aided primary school that serves a mixed-gender population of 163 pupils, with a capacity of 210. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment grounded in Catholic values, where children are encouraged to excel academically, socially, and spiritually. The ethos of the school is built on Gospel teachings, fostering a community that values kindness, respect, and moral development.
The curriculum at St Francis is designed to inspire and engage students, blending core subjects like English and Maths with specialist teaching in areas such as Computing, Music, and Sport. The school partners with various organisations to enhance learning opportunities, ensuring that each child can discover and develop their unique talents. St Francis is also dedicated to inclusivity, providing strong support for all pupils, including those with special educational needs.
Community involvement is a key aspect of life at St Francis, with strong partnerships between the school, families, and the wider community. The school promotes active citizenship through charitable activities and encourages pupils to contribute positively to society. Parents are valued as integral members of the school community, and the school welcomes visits to experience its supportive and vibrant atmosphere.
The curriculum at St Francis is designed to inspire and engage students, blending core subjects like English and Maths with specialist teaching in areas such as Computing, Music, and Sport. The school partners with various organisations to enhance learning opportunities, ensuring that each child can discover and develop their unique talents. St Francis is also dedicated to inclusivity, providing strong support for all pupils, including those with special educational needs.
Community involvement is a key aspect of life at St Francis, with strong partnerships between the school, families, and the wider community. The school promotes active citizenship through charitable activities and encourages pupils to contribute positively to society. Parents are valued as integral members of the school community, and the school welcomes visits to experience its supportive and vibrant atmosphere.
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Nearby alternatives
- Hannah More Infant School (63.9)
- Grove Junior School (63.9)
- Grove Junior School (56.2)
- Hannah More Infant School (56.1)
- Kingshill Church School (49.0)
Key details
- LA
- North Somerset
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 163
- Boys
- 85
- Girls
- 78
- FSM %
- 3.10
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- 2022-02-28
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Somerset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 163 | 85 | 78 | 210 | 3.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 163 | 85 | 78 | 210 | 3.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 163 | 85 | 78 | 210 | 3.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 163 | 85 | 78 | 210 | 3.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 177 | 85 | 92 | 210 | 0.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 188 | 92 | 96 | 210 | 0.50 |
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