The short version
Average SATs results. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2015).
- SATs results are broadly in line with the national average, with 58% meeting the expected standard
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2015
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
58%
-4.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
4%
-4.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
-2.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
103
-2.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 8 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
8% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 16 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 21 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 7–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 257
- Capacity
- 71%
- FSM
- 19.5%
Governance
- Local authority
- Bath and North East Somerset
- Head
- Mrs Sally Rawlings (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Plumptre Close, Paulton, Bristol, BS39 7QY
Rural setting
Questions parents ask
What is Paulton Junior School's Ofsted rating?
Paulton Junior School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in March 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Paulton Junior School?
Paulton Junior School currently has 257 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Paulton Junior School take?
Paulton Junior School caters for pupils aged 7 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Paulton Junior School?
Paulton Junior School is in Paulton, BS39 7QY, in the Bath and North East Somerset local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Paulton Junior School have a sixth form?
No, Paulton Junior School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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