Barley Close Community Primary School
61%
Capacity
236
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Barley Close Community Primary School
Barley Close Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Gloucestershire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 236 pupils on roll, operating at 61% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Barley Close Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Jo Williams, it falls under South Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11960th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 60th out of 69 in South Gloucestershire.
Barley Close Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 16 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barley Close Community Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Library, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, Barley Close Community 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Barley Close, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS16 9DL |
| Headteacher | Jo Williams |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 236 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.3% |
| School Capacity | 236 / 390 (61% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11960th of 13,686
Nationally
1211th of 1,469
In South West
60th of 69
In South Gloucestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
44%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
28
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Barley Close, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS16 9DL
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