Blackhorse Primary School
100%
Capacity
421
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Blackhorse Primary School
Blackhorse 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 421 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Blackhorse Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Botten, it falls under South Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4375th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 69 in South Gloucestershire.
Blackhorse Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 196 applications for 59 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Blackhorse Primary School include Forest School, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Dance, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Book Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, Blackhorse 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 | Blackhorse Lane, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS16 6TR |
| Headteacher | Simon Botten |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 421 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.1% |
| School Capacity | 421 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Feb 2018): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Feb 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4375th of 13,686
Nationally
372nd of 1,469
In South West
17th of 69
In South Gloucestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
196
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Blackhorse Lane, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS16 6TR
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