Bowsland Green Primary School
65%
Capacity
204
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Bowsland Green Primary School
Bowsland Green 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 204 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Bowsland Green Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Ridd, it falls under South Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10406th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 69 in South Gloucestershire.
Bowsland Green Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 20 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bowsland Green Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Football, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, Bowsland Green 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 | Ellicks Close, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS32 0ES |
| Headteacher | James Ridd |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.3% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 315 (65% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Feb 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Nov 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10406th of 13,686
Nationally
1015th of 1,469
In South West
56th of 69
In South Gloucestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
39%
'23/24
51%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ellicks Close, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS32 0ES
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