E-Act Barton Hill Academy
63%
Capacity
265
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About E-Act Barton Hill Academy
E-Act Barton Hill Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 265 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated E-Act Barton Hill Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Poulson, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
E-Act Barton Hill Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 20 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 E-Act Barton Hill Academy include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Library, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 78.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, E-Act Barton Hill Academy 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 | Queen Ann Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS5 9TX |
| Headteacher | Matthew Poulson |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 265 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 78.1% |
| School Capacity | 265 / 420 (63% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2024. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Queen Ann Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS5 9TX
Queen Ann Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS5 9TX
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