Ashton Gate Primary School
89%
Capacity
751
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Ashton Gate Primary School
Ashton Gate Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 751 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 840 places).
the school is led by headteacher Gareth Jones, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
Ashton Gate Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 234 applications for 114 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 109 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ashton Gate Primary School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Cricket, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Ashton Gate Primary School is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ashton Gate Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS3 1SZ |
| Headteacher | Gareth Jones |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 751 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.1% |
| School Capacity | 751 / 840 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed114
234
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
109 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ashton Gate Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS3 1SZ
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