Christ Church First School
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 2-9 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Feltham Lane Frome Somerset BA11 5AJ |
| Reference Number | 149487 |
Christ Church First School is performing well overall, demonstrating a strong commitment to providing quality education and support for its students. With a positive culture of safeguarding and a curriculum that aims to be both ambitious and enriching, the school is steadily improving its overall outcomes, particularly in reading and phonics. Notably, the school's leaders have shown relentless dedication to enhancing life chances for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those who are disadvantaged. However, there are areas requiring attention, particularly related to ensuring that all pupils consistently secure their foundational knowledge and skills across the curriculum.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 67 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.76%
Girls: 52.24% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 67.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 13.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 11.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 20 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 5 | 7 |
| 2 | 4 | 7 | 11 |
| 3 | 7 | 6 | 13 |
| 4 | 13 | 14 | 27 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 56.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 4.5% |
| Unclassified | 1.5% |
| 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 | Expected standard |
| Last Report Date | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 13 Jan 2026 | School inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils generally progress well through the curriculum.
- Strong emphasis on safeguarding, making pupils feel safe.
- Ambitious curriculum that promotes enrichment and enthusiasm for learning.
- Effective support and training for staff to manage behavior.
- Positive relationships between staff, pupils, and families.
- Improved outcomes in phonics screening.
- Excellent pastoral support that benefits social and emotional wellbeing.
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils struggle to retain knowledge over time.
- Inconsistent opportunities for pupils to practice essential skills.
- Some staff do not always engage children in high-quality conversations.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 1 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 0 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome
Christchurch Street East, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1QG |
0.62 miles |
|
Avanti Park School
Avanti Park School, Park Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1EU |
0.69 miles |
|
Vallis First School
Milk Street, Frome, Somerset, BA11 3DB |
0.97 miles |
|
St Louis Catholic Primary School, Frome
Welshmill Lane, Frome, Somerset, BA11 3AP |
0.99 miles |
|
Oakfield Academy
Oakfield Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 4JF |
1.05 miles |
|
Trinity Church of England First School
Nunney Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 4LB |
1.07 miles |
|
Hayesdown First School
Wyville Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2BN |
1.22 miles |
|
Selwood Academy
Berkley Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2EF |
1.29 miles |
|
Berkley Church of England First School
Berkley Street, Berkley, Frome, Somerset, BA11 5JH |
2.58 miles |
|
Nunney First School
Catch Road, Nunney, Frome, Somerset, BA11 4NE |
2.73 miles |
|
Chapmanslade Church of England Primary School
High Street, Chapmanslade, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4AN |
3.01 miles |
|
Springmead Preparatory School
Castle Corner, Beckington, Somerset, Somerset, BA11 6TA |
3.28 miles |
|
Beckington Church First School
Church Street, Beckington, Frome, Somerset, BA11 6TG |
3.37 miles |
|
Mells Church First School
Mells Green, Mells, Frome, Somerset, BA11 3QE |
3.67 miles |
|
Horningsham Primary School
Church Street, Horningsham, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7LW |
4.21 miles |
|
Rode Methodist VC First School
High Street, Rode, Frome, Somerset, BA11 6NZ |
4.62 miles |
|
Dilton Marsh CofE Primary School
High Street, Dilton Marsh, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4DY |
4.75 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Wessex Lodge School
Nunney Road, Frome, Somerset, Frome, Somerset, BA11 4LA |
0.88 miles |
|
Fromefield Manor School
North Parade, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2AB |
0.97 miles |
|
Critchill Special School
Nunney Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 4LB |
1.07 miles |
|
North Hill House
Fromefield, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2HB |
1.15 miles |
|
Frome Community College
Bath Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2HQ |
1.65 miles |