Coombe Bissett Church of England Primary School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Shutts Lane Coombe Bissett Salisbury Wiltshire SP5 4LU |
| Phone | 01722718380 |
| Reference Number | 126382 |
Coombe Bissett Church of England Primary School demonstrates a strong standard of education, effectively meeting the needs of its pupils. The school has made notable progress since its previous inspection, with a particular emphasis on enhancing the curriculum and raising expectations for student achievement. The early years provision stands out for its dynamic and engaging learning environment, where children develop high levels of curiosity and creativity. Relationships between staff and pupils foster a sense of belonging and safety, contributing to a positive atmosphere for learning. However, some areas, particularly in the wider curriculum, require ongoing improvement to ensure all pupils achieve their full potential.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 99 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.52%
Girls: 48.48% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 20.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 13 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 | 2 | 10 |
| 2 | 4 | 11 | 15 |
| 3 | 8 | 8 | 16 |
| 4 | 3 | 11 | 14 |
| 5 | 12 | 4 | 16 |
| 6 | 9 | 6 | 15 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 93.9% |
| White, Other | 5.1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Expected standard |
| > Leadership & Governance | Expected standard |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Expected standard |
| > Achievement | Expected standard |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Expected standard |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Expected standard |
| > Inclusion | Expected standard |
| > Early Years | Strong standard |
| Last Report Date | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 13 Jan 2026 | School inspection |
| 19 Apr 2023 | School inspection |
| 05 May 2022 | School inspection |
| 21 Jun 2016 | Short inspection |
| 28 Mar 2014 | Interim assessment |
| 11 Jan 2011 | Full inspection |
| 22 Sep 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 11 Jun 2008 | Full inspection |
| 27 Apr 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong early years provision with high levels of curiosity and creativity.
- Effective support for pupils struggling with reading and mathematics.
- Proactive leadership cultivating a culture of safety and wellbeing.
- High-quality relationships that nurture a sense of belonging.
- A diverse range of clubs and enrichment activities enhancing pupil engagement.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent teaching in the wider curriculum affecting the quality of written work.
- Some individual support targets for SEND pupils are too broad.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 60% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 7% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 107 | ||
| Maths | 106 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.7 | ||
| Writing | -0.2 | ||
| Maths | 0.4 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 18 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 10 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
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