Ashton Park School
108%
Capacity
1,252
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Ashton Park School
Ashton Park School is a mixed, non-denominational secondary in Bristol that is noticeably oversubscribed, a clear signal of local demand. For the 2025/26 intake, the school received 450 applications for 217 places, with 233 of those applicants listing it as their first preference. It currently holds 1,252 pupils against a capacity of 1,155, meaning it is operating above its official limit. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 23.8%, which is significantly higher than the national average of around 20% and reflects a genuinely comprehensive intake. This is not a school that selects by ability or faith, and its popularity suggests it is seen as a strong option for a broad cross-section of Bristol families. The headteacher is Richard Uffendell.
Academically, the school performs well above the local average. Its Progress 8 score of 0.31 is rated as ‘Above average’ by the Department for Education, and it ranks 6th out of 20 schools in the Bristol local authority. This is a strong result when you consider the LA average Progress 8 score is exactly zero. At GCSE, 74.5% of pupils achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths, and the average Attainment 8 score per pupil was 50.2. The school’s EBacc average point score was 4.22, with 18.3% of pupils entering the EBacc combination of subjects. In the sixth form, the picture is more mixed: the value added score is -0.21, which is in the ‘Average’ band, and the average points per entry was 21.4, equivalent to a D grade. The most recent Ofsted inspection in 2022 rated the school Good across all categories, including behaviour, leadership, and personal development, maintaining the same rating it held in its previous inspection.
The school offers a solid range of facilities including a swimming pool, theatre, astro turf, tennis courts, and a dedicated sixth form centre. There is a strong extracurricular programme with clubs ranging from Model UN and Debate to Eco Club and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Sports on offer include rugby, netball, basketball, martial arts, and cross country. For families with children who have additional needs, the school has a broad SEND offer, including resourced provision for autistic spectrum disorder, speech and language needs, and social, emotional and mental health support. Given its oversubscribed status and strong Progress 8 results relative to the local authority, this school will particularly suit families who want a large, inclusive comprehensive with proven academic value-add, but who are realistic about sixth form outcomes being more average. It is not a selective or faith school, and its popularity means applying as a first preference is strongly advisable.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Blackmoor's Lane, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS3 2JL |
| Headteacher | Richard Uffendell |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 1,252 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.8% |
| School Capacity | 1,252 / 1,155 (108% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.31)
821st of 3,141
Nationally
65th of 306
In South West
6th of 20
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
27.6
'22/23
31.2
'23/24
21.4
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
Where school leavers go
2022/2326%
of A-level / Level 3 leavers go to higher education (cohort: 61 pupils).
Top-tier university progression
1%
Russell Group
2%
Top-third HE
Percentages of the whole cohort (not just HE-goers). Russell Group = 24 elite research universities. Top-third HE = top by mean UCAS tariff.
- Employment39%
- University (HE)26%
- Not sustained13%
- Apprenticeship10%
- Further education3%
- Other education2%
Sources: DfE 16-18 destination measures (broad bucket); DfE KS5 student destinations file (Russell Group / top-third HE / Oxbridge). Level 3 cohort. “Sustained” means the pupil was in education, apprenticeship or employment for 6 months in the year following completion.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
18Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed217
450
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
233 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Class profile
2024/25Better than 75% of schools in England.
Better than 75% of schools in England.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Below the national average (25%).
Lower than the national median (10%) — mostly English as first language.
Ethnic background
- White British74.1%
- Mixed8.9%
- White (other)6.9%
- Asian3.1%
- Black0.8%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/2575% of schools in England do better than this.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Permanent exclusion is rare — most schools have none in a given year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
⚠ This school is oversubscribed — without published cutoff data we can't show how far places reach. Check your council's admissions page.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
5
Total schools
5
Oversubscribed
4
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ashton Park School
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Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Blackmoor's Lane, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS3 2JL
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