St John and St Francis Church School
URN: 139338 • Bridgwater TA6 5BP
Overview
- Name
- St John and St Francis Church School
- URN
- 139338
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE BATH AND WELLS DIOCESAN ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tamar Warner (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01278456918
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Westonzoyland Road, Bridgwater TA6 5BP
Summary
St John and St Francis Church School, located in Bridgwater, Somerset, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 413 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 420. The school is part of the Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust and has been rated as 'Good'. It fosters a warm and caring environment where children are encouraged to be respectful, curious, and safe.
The school offers a progressive curriculum designed to build on prior learning, ensuring that it is relevant and practical for students. Emphasising a strong Christian ethos, the school community is guided by the Rev. Catherine, who helps uphold the school's core values. Dedicated staff members are committed to providing a broad educational experience that supports children's development.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school, with strong support from parents and local stakeholders. The parent group, OSCAR, plays an active role in enhancing the school's provision, reflecting the collaborative spirit that exists between the school and its community.
The school offers a progressive curriculum designed to build on prior learning, ensuring that it is relevant and practical for students. Emphasising a strong Christian ethos, the school community is guided by the Rev. Catherine, who helps uphold the school's core values. Dedicated staff members are committed to providing a broad educational experience that supports children's development.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school, with strong support from parents and local stakeholders. The parent group, OSCAR, plays an active role in enhancing the school's provision, reflecting the collaborative spirit that exists between the school and its community.
Useful links
- Memorandum of Association (governance)
- Articles of Association (governance)
- Bridgwater Parish Council (other)
- Funding & Accounts (other)
- Bath & Wells MAT (other)
- Trustees' Information & Duties (other)
- Google Chrome (other)
- Walking On Roads (other)
- Cycle Safety (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Somerset
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BATH AND WELLS DIOCESAN ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 413
- Boys
- 216
- Girls
- 197
- FSM %
- 22.30
- Open date
- 2013-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Somerset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 413 | 216 | 197 | 420 | 22.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 405 | 210 | 195 | 420 | 24.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 404 | 201 | 203 | 420 | 26.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 404 | 201 | 203 | 420 | 26.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 404 | 209 | 195 | 420 | 25.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 410 | 206 | 204 | 420 | 22.70 |
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