E-Act Fairlawn Primary School
55%
Capacity
229
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About E-Act Fairlawn Primary School
E-Act Fairlawn Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 229 pupils on roll, operating at 55% capacity.
Ofsted has rated E-Act Fairlawn Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Siobhan Lennox-Brown, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9152nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
E-Act Fairlawn Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 27 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
E-Act Fairlawn Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 5 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at E-Act Fairlawn Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Dance, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Gardening, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, E-Act Fairlawn 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 | None |
| Address | Fairlawn Road, Montpelier, Bristol, City of, BS6 5JL |
| Headteacher | Siobhan Lennox-Brown |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 229 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.3% |
| School Capacity | 229 / 420 (55% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jun 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9152nd of 13,686
Nationally
885th of 1,469
In South West
48th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
86
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About E-Act Fairlawn Primary School
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Contact Information
Fairlawn Road, Montpelier
Bristol, City of, BS6 5JL
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