Compass Point Primary School
77%
Capacity
220
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Compass Point Primary School
Compass Point Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 220 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Compass Point Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jim McCall, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 30% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13253rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 84th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Compass Point Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 30 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Compass Point Primary School include Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Library, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Athletics, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Chess, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Compass Point 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | South Street, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS3 3AU |
| Headteacher | Jim McCall |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 220 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.2% |
| School Capacity | 220 / 284 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (30%)
13253rd of 13,686
Nationally
1405th of 1,469
In South West
84th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
30%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
30%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
South Street, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS3 3AU
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