Barrs Court Primary School
96%
Capacity
301
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Barrs Court Primary School
Barrs Court Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Gloucestershire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 301 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Barrs Court Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Webster, it falls under South Gloucestershire local authority.
Barrs Court Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 42 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barrs Court Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Dance, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Chess, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, Barrs Court 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 | Stephens Drive, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS30 7JB |
| Headteacher | Daniel Webster |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 301 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.6% |
| School Capacity | 301 / 315 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Mar 2014. 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
91
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stephens Drive, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS30 7JB
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