Coniston Primary School
100%
Capacity
209
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Coniston Primary School
Coniston 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 209 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Coniston Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alan Walters, it falls under South Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1370th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 69 in South Gloucestershire.
Coniston Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 29 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
Coniston Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.9/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 74% recommending the school (57 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Coniston Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Gardening, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, Coniston 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 | Epney Close, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS34 5LN |
| Headteacher | Alan Walters |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.3% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Feb 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1370th of 13,686
Nationally
115th of 1,469
In South West
6th of 69
In South Gloucestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
81%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
57 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
66
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Coniston Primary School
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Contact Information
Epney Close, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS34 5LN
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