Cathedral Primary School
100%
Capacity
419
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Cathedral Primary School
Cathedral Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 419 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Cathedral Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sara Yarnold, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6756th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Cathedral Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 194 applications for 60 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 71 were first-preference applications.
Cathedral Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (127 responses).
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 Cathedral Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Cathedral 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 | Church of England |
| Address | College Square, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS1 5TS |
| Headteacher | Sara Yarnold |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 419 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.0% |
| School Capacity | 419 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6756th of 13,686
Nationally
640th of 1,469
In South West
31st of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
127 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
194
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
71 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cathedral Primary School
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Contact Information
College Square, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS1 5TS
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