Knowle Park Primary School
95%
Capacity
601
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Knowle Park Primary School
Knowle Park 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 601 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Knowle Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Bailey, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9129th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Knowle Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 167 applications for 86 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 81 were first-preference applications.
Knowle Park Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (161 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Knowle Park Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Knowle Park 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 | Queenshill Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS4 2XG |
| Headteacher | Helen Bailey |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 601 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.2% |
| School Capacity | 601 / 630 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Sept 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9129th of 13,686
Nationally
882nd of 1,469
In South West
47th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
161 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed86
167
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
81 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Knowle Park Primary School
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Contact Information
Queenshill Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS4 2XG
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