Badocks Wood E-ACT Academy
66%
Capacity
207
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Badocks Wood E-ACT Academy
Badocks Wood E-ACT Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Badocks Wood E-ACT Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gemma Hewson, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4824th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Badocks Wood E-ACT Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 13 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Badocks Wood E-ACT Academy include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Tennis, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Choir, Eco Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Badocks Wood E-ACT Academy 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Doncaster Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS10 5PU |
| Headteacher | Gemma Hewson |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.9% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 315 (66% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4824th of 13,686
Nationally
432nd of 1,469
In South West
21st of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
68%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
46
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Doncaster Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS10 5PU
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