St John's Church of England Primary School, Tisbury
Weaveland Road, Tisbury, Salisbury, SP3 6HJOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St John's Church of England Primary School, Tisbury is a primary school in Salisbury for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 262 schools in Wiltshire. It ranks 30th of 40 primary schools in Salisbury. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 4 June 2019, report published 23 June 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 21 January 2025
Staff and pupils build positive relationships. Everyone is treated as an individual. Adults are routinely on hand to help and support. In early years, children learn routines and settle quickly. In key stage 2, many pupils behave impeccably in lessons because of the high expectations of staff. Across the school, pupils experience a broad curriculum and achieve well. Pupils usually get along with one another. They have confidence in their teachers to help them sort out any disagreements. Pupils enjoy the vast school grounds at social times; many are quick to get on their wellies and explore. Team and ball games are also a favourite for many. The school provides opportunities beyond the academic. For example, residential visits are on offer to all pupils in key stage 2. Pupils raise money for charity. They learn about road safety. Working with artists and visiting a local gallery promote a love of the arts. The school teaches pupils about leadership and teamwork. For example, 'parliament representatives' and sports ambassadors make a positive contribution to school life. There are some extra-curricular clubs, such as tag rugby. A minority of parents and carers would like more clubs. There are many opportunities to take part in sporting events.
What the school should improve
- In key stage 1, there are occasions when staff do not prioritise the teaching of the more complex knowledge in the intended curriculum. A minority of pupils do not get enough practice to secure and deepen their understanding across some sequences of work. The school should ensure that the ambitious curriculum that is planned is being implemented consistently well so that pupils gain the depth of knowledge they need to excel across the curriculum.
- At times, teaching does not address pupils' misconceptions when they arise. This means that a minority of pupils do not achieve consistently well. The school should ensure that staff are alert to and adept at addressing pupils' misconceptions so that they achieve consistently well across the curriculum.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
16 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
104 pupils on roll, with places for 140
Schools near St John's Church of England Primary School, Tisbury
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wardour Catholic Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
| Hindon Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Mary's and St John's | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Church of England Aided Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 50% met the expected standard |
| Semley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 45% met the expected standard |
| Dinton CofE Primary School | 5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 83% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Lisa Ashford-Smith
- Phone
- 01747870675
- Address
- Weaveland Road, Tisbury, Salisbury, SP3 6HJ
- Local authority
- Wiltshire
- URN
- 126388
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.