Chester Park Infant School
97%
Capacity
233
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Chester Park Infant School
Chester Park Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 233 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated Chester Park Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mike McNama, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
Chester Park Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 147 applications for 71 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.
Chester Park Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (86 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chester Park Infant School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Book Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Chester Park Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lodge Causeway, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS16 3QG |
| Headteacher | Mike McNama |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 233 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.7% |
| School Capacity | 233 / 240 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
86 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed71
147
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lodge Causeway, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS16 3QG
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