Frenchay Church of England Primary School
95%
Capacity
200
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Frenchay Church of England Primary School
Frenchay Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Gloucestershire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 200 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Frenchay Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher N Dawson, it falls under South Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6390th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 69 in South Gloucestershire.
Frenchay Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 104 applications for 50 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
Frenchay Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 77% recommending the school (64 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Frenchay Church of England Primary School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Cross Country, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Coding, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, Frenchay Church of England 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Alexander Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS16 1UZ |
| Headteacher | N Dawson |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 200 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| School Capacity | 200 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6390th of 13,686
Nationally
595th of 1,469
In South West
31st of 69
In South Gloucestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
64%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
64 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
104
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Frenchay Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Alexander Road, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS16 1UZ
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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