Paulton Infant School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 5-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Plumptre Close Paulton Bristol Somerset BS39 7QY |
| Reference Number | 147992 |
Paulton Infant School is performing well overall, demonstrating good quality education across key areas such as behaviour, personal development, and leadership. The school fosters a caring and inclusive environment that supports pupils' personal growth and academic success. Parents express high satisfaction with the school's commitment to guidance and support, contributing to a positive atmosphere and strong relationships between staff and pupils.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 164 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 53.05%
Girls: 46.95% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 15.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 3.7% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 27.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 29 | 25 | 54 |
| 2 | 30 | 28 | 58 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 92.1% |
| White, Other | 2.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.4% |
| White & Asian | 1.2% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.2% |
| African | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 03 Jul 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 03 Jul 2023 | School inspection: |
| 08 Oct 2020 | Academy conversion letter |
| 16 Jun 2016 | Short inspection |
| Previously as Paulton Infant School | |
| 16 Jun 2016 | Short inspection |
| 28 Mar 2014 | Interim assessment |
| 28 Mar 2014 | Interim assessment |
| 08 Feb 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 08 Feb 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 22 May 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 22 May 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Mar 2007 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 27 Mar 2007 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 14 Jun 2004 | Full inspection |
| 14 Jun 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Caring and supportive school ethos
- Ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum
- Strong foundations in early years education
- High level of subject expertise among teachers
- Effective phonics programme and reading support
- Strong support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities
- Positive behaviour and attitudes towards learning
- Rich opportunities for pupils' spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum not fully embedded in all subjects
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 6 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 3 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 2 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Paulton Junior School
Plumptre Close, Paulton, Bristol, BS39 7QY |
0 miles |
|
High Littleton CofE VC Primary School
Church Hill, High Littleton, Bristol, BS39 6HF |
1.19 miles |
|
Farrington Gurney Church of England Primary School
Church Lane, Farrington Gurney, Bristol, BS39 6TY |
1.22 miles |
|
Longvernal Primary School
Clapton Road, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2LP |
1.35 miles |
|
Midsomer Norton Primary School
High Street, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2DR |
1.45 miles |
|
St John's CofE Primary School
Redfield Road, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2JN |
1.46 miles |
|
Welton Primary School
Radstock Road, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2AG |
1.53 miles |
|
Westfield Primary School
Longfellow Road, Westfield, Radstock, Avon, BA3 3XX |
1.97 miles |
|
Cameley CEVC Primary School
Meadway, Temple Cloud, Bristol, BS39 5BD |
2.01 miles |
|
Norton Hill Primary School
Silver Street, Midsomer Norton, Somerset, BA3 2UD |
2.04 miles |
|
St Mary's CofE Primary School
Lansdown View, Timsbury, Bath, Somerset, BA2 0JR |
2.18 miles |
|
St Benedict's Catholic Primary School
Charlton Lane, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 4BD |
2.23 miles |
|
Clutton Primary School
Station Road, Clutton, Bristol, Somerset, BS39 5RA |
2.53 miles |
|
St Nicholas Church School
Kilmersdon Road, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 3QH |
2.63 miles |
|
Trinity Church School
Woodborough Lane, Radstock, Bath, Somerset, BA3 3DE |
2.64 miles |
|
Farmborough Church Primary School
The Street, Farmborough, Bath, Somerset, BA2 0FY |
2.75 miles |
|
St Vigor & St John Church School
Wells Road, Chilcompton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 4EX |
3.03 miles |
|
Peasedown St John Primary School
Bath Road, Peasedown St John, Bath, Somerset, BA2 8DH |
3.21 miles |
|
St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Old Road, Writhlington, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 3NG |
3.38 miles |
|
Kilmersdon Church School
School Lane, Kilmersdon, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 5TE |
3.43 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Somervale Secondary School
Redfield Road, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2JD |
1.5 miles |
|
Norton Hill Academy
Charlton Road, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 4AD |
1.83 miles |
|
Fosse Way School
Longfellow Road, Radstock, Bath, Somerset, BA3 3AL |
1.92 miles |
|
Writhlington School
Knobsbury Lane, Writhlington, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 3NQ |
3.26 miles |
|
Somerset Studio School
Knobsbury Lane, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 3NQ |
3.28 miles |
|
Downside School
|
3.46 miles |
|
Newbury Manor School
Newbury Manor, Newbury, Near Mells, Frome, Somerset, BA11 3RG |
4.62 miles |