Avanti Gardens School
73%
Capacity
305
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Avanti Gardens School
Avanti Gardens School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 305 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Avanti Gardens School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Harry Penny, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12650th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 77th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Avanti Gardens School is a popular choice with families — it received 135 applications for 59 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Avanti Gardens School include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Avanti Gardens 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | College Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS16 2JP |
| Headteacher | Harry Penny |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 305 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.1% |
| School Capacity | 305 / 420 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12650th of 13,686
Nationally
1322nd of 1,469
In South West
77th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
25%
'23/24
39%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
135
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
63 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
College Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS16 2JP
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