Chew Magna Primary School
Butham Lane, Chew Magna, Bristol, BS40 8RQOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Chew Magna Primary School is a primary school in Bristol for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 90 schools in Bath and North East Somerset. It ranks 78th of 190 primary schools in Bristol. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in September 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 12 September 2023, report published 15 October 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 12 September 2023
Pupils enjoy attending Chew Magna Primary School. There is a culture of support and kindness to others, which all at the school model. Pupils of all ages play well together. They show care and consideration towards each other. As a result, playtimes and lunchtimes are enjoyable for all. Pupils' attendance is high. The school tracks this and takes quick action if it begins to fall. Staff have high expectations of pupils' behaviour, both inside and outside of the classroom. Pupils respond well to this. They can explain and describe how the school rules apply to them. Most pupils engage well with their learning. If any pupil loses focus, teachers remind them of expectations, and they return to their learning quickly. Pupils feel safe at school. They know there are trusted adults who will help them if they have any concerns. Pupils enjoy a wide range of trips, visits and visitors. These include residential trips, visits to a mosque, skateboarding, African drumming and dance workshops. Pupils enjoy taking part in sports tournaments with other local schools.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, the important knowledge pupils need to know and remember has not been set out clearly. This means that, over time, pupils do not build their knowledge well. The trust should ensure that the important knowledge pupils need to learn is identified and checks are made on their understanding.
- Most subject leaders are new to their role and do not yet demonstrate the expertise to monitor the effectiveness of their subject. The trust should ensure that subject leaders develop knowledge of their subject area so they can support teachers to deliver the curriculum well.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
13 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
100 pupils on roll, with places for 105
Schools near Chew Magna Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanton Drew Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Good | 45% met the expected standard |
| Chew Stoke Church School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 64% met the expected standard |
| Bishop Sutton Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 79% met the expected standard |
| Pensford Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 93% met the expected standard |
| Dundry Church of England Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 53% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- THE PARTNERSHIP TRUST
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Ms Annie Spencer
- Phone
- 01275332409
- Address
- Butham Lane, Chew Magna, Bristol, BS40 8RQ
- Local authority
- Bath and North East Somerset
- URN
- 146979
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.