Elm Park Primary School
86%
Capacity
193
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Elm Park Primary School
Elm Park 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 193 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 225 places).
Ofsted has rated Elm Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carol-Marie Bond, it falls under South Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8536th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 69 in South Gloucestershire.
Elm Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Elm Park Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (52 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Elm Park Primary School include Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Football, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Choir, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, Elm Park 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 | Nicholls Lane, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS36 1NF |
| Headteacher | Carol-Marie Bond |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 193 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.1% |
| School Capacity | 193 / 225 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Feb 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8536th of 13,686
Nationally
824th of 1,469
In South West
50th of 69
In South Gloucestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
58%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
52 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Elm Park Primary School
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Contact Information
Nicholls Lane, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS36 1NF
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