Berkley Church of England First School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 5-9 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Berkley Street Berkley Frome Somerset BA11 5JH |
| Reference Number | 123743 |
Berkley Church of England First School is currently judged to 'Require Improvement' across several key areas, notably in quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, and leadership and management. Despite its previous outstanding grade, the school has faced significant challenges and changes over the years, including staff turnover and a shift in leadership roles. The report indicates that while there are commendable aspects such as strong foundations in the early years and effective phonics instruction, the overall curriculum lacks the depth necessary for some pupils to achieve their full potential. Furthermore, while pupils demonstrate overall positive behavior, there are inconsistent applications of behaviour expectations during social times.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 75 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52%
Girls: 48% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 12% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 18.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 16 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 30 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 | 5 | 14 |
| 2 | 8 | 9 | 17 |
| 3 | 7 | 5 | 12 |
| 4 | 5 | 14 | 19 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 96% |
| Unclassified | 1.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Requires Improvement |
| > Quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Requires Improvement |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Requires Improvement |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 31 Oct 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 31 Oct 2023 | School inspection: |
| 08 Feb 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Mar 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Feb 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils develop confidence and self-assuredness as part of the 'Berkley family'.
- Early years provision is effective, well-preparing children for Year 1.
- The school has high staff morale and a strong vision for improvement.
- Pupils engage actively with their community through leadership roles and charity work.
- The teaching of phonics is effective and consistent across the school.
Areas for Improvement
- The curriculum does not consistently teach all necessary knowledge across subjects.
- Inconsistent implementation of the behaviour policy at social times.
- Some pupils lack sufficient practice to become fluent in reading.
- Teaching for pupils with SEND is not effectively adapted to their needs.
- Insufficient oversight of behaviour systems and incident record-keeping.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 6 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 5 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Chapmanslade Church of England Primary School
High Street, Chapmanslade, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4AN |
1.36 miles |
|
Hayesdown First School
Wyville Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2BN |
1.42 miles |
|
Springmead Preparatory School
Castle Corner, Beckington, Somerset, Somerset, BA11 6TA |
1.48 miles |
|
Beckington Church First School
Church Street, Beckington, Frome, Somerset, BA11 6TG |
1.51 miles |
|
Selwood Academy
Berkley Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2EF |
1.51 miles |
|
St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome
Christchurch Street East, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1QG |
2.25 miles |
|
St Louis Catholic Primary School, Frome
Welshmill Lane, Frome, Somerset, BA11 3AP |
2.3 miles |
|
Vallis First School
Milk Street, Frome, Somerset, BA11 3DB |
2.35 miles |
|
Dilton Marsh CofE Primary School
High Street, Dilton Marsh, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4DY |
2.4 miles |
|
Avanti Park School
Avanti Park School, Park Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1EU |
2.46 miles |
|
Christ Church First School
Feltham Lane, Frome, Somerset, BA11 5AJ |
2.58 miles |
|
Rode Methodist VC First School
High Street, Rode, Frome, Somerset, BA11 6NZ |
2.75 miles |
|
Oakfield Academy
Oakfield Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 4JF |
2.9 miles |
|
Trinity Church of England First School
Nunney Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 4LB |
3 miles |
|
Westbury Leigh CofE Primary School
Sandalwood Road, WESTBURY, Wiltshire, BA13 3UR |
3.13 miles |
|
Westbury Church of England Junior School
Oldfield Park, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 3LY |
3.54 miles |
|
Westbury Infant School
Eden Vale Road, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 3NY |
3.67 miles |
|
Southwick Church of England Primary School
Hollis Way, Southwick, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 9PH |
3.91 miles |
|
Bitham Brook Primary School
Arundell Close, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 3UA |
4.37 miles |
|
Princecroft Primary School
Princecroft Lane, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 8NT |
4.38 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Frome Community College
Bath Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2HQ |
1.67 miles |
|
North Hill House
Fromefield, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2HB |
1.94 miles |
|
Fromefield Manor School
North Parade, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2AB |
1.99 miles |
|
Wessex Lodge School
Nunney Road, Frome, Somerset, Frome, Somerset, BA11 4LA |
2.57 miles |
|
Critchill Special School
Nunney Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 4LB |
3.06 miles |
|
On Track Education Centre Westbury
Broadway House, Headquarters Road, West Wiltshire Trading Estate, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4JY |
3.68 miles |
|
Matravers School
Springfield Road, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 3QH |
3.76 miles |
|
Compass Community School Athelstan Park
114 Warminster Road, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 3BR |
3.79 miles |
|
The Eaves Learning Centre
4, Hawkeridge Road, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4LF |
4.36 miles |
|
Warminster School
Church Street, Warminster, BA12 8PJ |
4.45 miles |