Cherry Garden Primary School
89%
Capacity
186
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Cherry Garden Primary School
Cherry Garden 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 186 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Cherry Garden Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amy Barrett, it falls under South Gloucestershire local authority.
Cherry Garden Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 24 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cherry Garden Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming, Netball, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Book Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, Cherry Garden 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 | Cherry Garden Lane, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS30 6JH |
| Headteacher | Amy Barrett |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 186 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.1% |
| School Capacity | 186 / 210 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jul 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Jul 2018): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Mar 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
75
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cherry Garden Lane, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS30 6JH
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