Fonthill Primary Academy
90%
Capacity
226
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Fonthill Primary Academy
Fonthill Primary Academy 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 226 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 252 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fonthill Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Hughes Karlina Lock, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12777th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 79th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Fonthill Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 29 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
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 Fonthill Primary Academy include Forest School, Music Rooms, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Athletics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Fonthill Primary 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Ascot Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS10 5SW |
| Headteacher | Nicola Hughes Karlina Lock |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 226 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.7% |
| School Capacity | 226 / 252 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12777th of 13,686
Nationally
1344th of 1,469
In South West
79th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
38%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
44
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ascot Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS10 5SW
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