Best 3 Primary schools in South West – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Christ Church Church of England Primary School (Primary) in Bristol; Powell's Church of England Primary School (Primary) in Cirencester; St Katharine's Church of England Primary School (Primary) in Bournemouth — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Christ Church Church of England Primary School, Powell's Church of England Primary School and St Katharine's Church of England Primary School. They are primary phase and academy converter and voluntary aided school type located around Bristol, Cirencester, Gloucestershire and Bournemouth, Dorset. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Christ Church Church of England Primary School), published Sep 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Christ Church Church of England Primary School (Sep 2024). average roll around ≈ 400, combined total ≈ 1,150, typical FSM 5–10%, range 5–10%–5–10%; across local authorities including Bristol, City of, Gloucestershire and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

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Attribute	Christ Church Church of England Primary School BS8 3AW	Powell's Church of England Primary School GL7 2DJ	St Katharine's Church of England Primary School BH6 4NA
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Voluntary aided school	Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location	Bristol BS8 3AW	Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 2DJ	Bournemouth Dorset BH6 4NA
Latest Ofsted	1 18 Sep 2024	1 10 Sep 2024	1 9 Sep 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 450 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	420	420	436
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Bristol, City of (801)	Gloucestershire (916)	Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (839)
Website	www.christchurch.bristol.sch.uk	www.powells.gloucs.sch.uk	www.stkatharinesceprimary.co.uk
Telephone	01173772830	01285653799	01202426663
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Christ Church Church of England Primary School

BS8 3AW

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Bristol
BS8 3AW
Ofsted: 1 18 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Bristol, City of (801)
Website: www.christchurch.bristol.sch.uk
Telephone: 01173772830

Powell's Church of England Primary School

GL7 2DJ

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location: Cirencester
Gloucestershire
GL7 2DJ
Ofsted: 1 10 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Gloucestershire (916)
Website: www.powells.gloucs.sch.uk
Telephone: 01285653799

St Katharine's Church of England Primary School

BH6 4NA

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location: Bournemouth
Dorset
BH6 4NA
Ofsted: 1 9 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 450 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (839)
Website: www.stkatharinesceprimary.co.uk
Telephone: 01202426663

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.