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St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome

Christchurch Street East, Frome, BA11 1QG

Voluntary aided school · Ages 4–9 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Apr 2024

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Avanti Park School

0.39 km away · Free schools

Good

Vallis First School

0.64 km away · Community school

Good

St Louis Catholic Primary School, Frome

0.64 km away · Academy converter

Good

Christ Church First School

1 km away · Academy sponsor led

Inadequate

Hayesdown First School

1.33 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

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About St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome

St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome is a primary school in Frome, Somerset. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2024 inspection). The school has around 201 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Christchurch Street East, Frome, BA11 1QG | More schools in Somerset

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Apr 2024 — Requires improvement
Feb 2023 — School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Sept 2012 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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What is St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome's Ofsted rating?

St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

Where is St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome located?

St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome is a primary school in Frome, Somerset (BA11 1QG).

How many pupils attend St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome?

St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, Frome has around 201 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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