Begbrook Primary Academy
80%
Capacity
506
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Begbrook Primary Academy
Begbrook Primary 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 506 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Begbrook Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Vicky Counsell, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7137th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Begbrook Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 41 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Begbrook Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Film Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Begbrook Primary 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 | Begbrook Drive, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS16 1HG |
| Headteacher | Vicky Counsell |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 506 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.0% |
| School Capacity | 506 / 630 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7137th of 13,686
Nationally
674th of 1,469
In South West
34th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
62%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
105
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Begbrook Drive, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS16 1HG
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