Hillcrest Primary School
98%
Capacity
410
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Hillcrest Primary School
Hillcrest Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 410 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Hillcrest Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Bridget Norman, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9540th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Hillcrest Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 143 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hillcrest Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Library, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Dance, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Gardening, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Hillcrest 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 | Cemetery Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS4 3DE |
| Headteacher | Bridget Norman |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 410 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.0% |
| School Capacity | 410 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9540th of 13,686
Nationally
926th of 1,469
In South West
50th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
55%
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
7Facilities 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
143
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cemetery Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS4 3DE
Journey to School
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