E-Act St Ursula's Academy
90%
Capacity
564
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About E-Act St Ursula's Academy
E-Act St Ursula's Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 564 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated E-Act St Ursula's Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicky Arthur, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2310th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
E-Act St Ursula's Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 162 applications for 61 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
E-Act St Ursula's Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (142 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at E-Act St Ursula's Academy include Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Library, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Swimming, Netball, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, E-Act St Ursula's 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Brecon Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS9 4DT |
| Headteacher | Nicky Arthur |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 564 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.2% |
| School Capacity | 564 / 630 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 May 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 May 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2310th of 13,686
Nationally
196th of 1,469
In South West
9th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
142 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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed61
162
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About E-Act St Ursula's Academy
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Contact Information
Brecon Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS9 4DT
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