Fair Furlong Primary School
110%
Capacity
460
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Fair Furlong Primary School
Fair Furlong Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 460 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fair Furlong Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Andrews, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11291st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 63rd out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Fair Furlong Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 60 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
Fair Furlong Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 71% recommending the school (31 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fair Furlong Primary School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Athletics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Fair Furlong 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Vowell Close, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS13 9HS |
| Headteacher | Sarah Andrews |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 460 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.2% |
| School Capacity | 460 / 420 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11291st of 13,686
Nationally
1128th of 1,469
In South West
63rd of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
17%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
31 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
107
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fair Furlong Primary School
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Contact Information
Vowell Close, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS13 9HS
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