Brunel Field Primary School
94%
Capacity
393
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Brunel Field Primary School
Brunel Field Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 393 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Brunel Field Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicholas Bailey, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7984th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Brunel Field Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 186 applications for 60 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 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 Brunel Field Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Drama, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Brunel Field 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 | College Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS7 9JT |
| Headteacher | Nicholas Bailey |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 393 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.1% |
| School Capacity | 393 / 420 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7984th of 13,686
Nationally
758th of 1,469
In South West
40th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
60%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
186
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
College Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS7 9JT
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