Henbury Court Primary Academy
103%
Capacity
309
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Henbury Court Primary Academy
Henbury Court Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 309 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 300 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Henbury Court Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Jake Howarth-Brown, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 30% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13256th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 85th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Henbury Court Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 35 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
Henbury Court Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 60% recommending the school (10 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 Henbury Court Primary Academy include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Forest School, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Netball, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Coding, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Henbury Court 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Trevelyan Walk, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS10 7NY |
| Headteacher | Jake Howarth-Brown |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 309 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.5% |
| School Capacity | 309 / 300 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (30%)
13256th of 13,686
Nationally
1406th of 1,469
In South West
85th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
30%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
36%
'23/24
30%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
10 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
50
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Henbury Court Primary Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Trevelyan Walk, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS10 7NY
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