Luckwell Primary School
36%
Capacity
76
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Luckwell Primary School
Luckwell Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 76 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (36% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Luckwell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lilly Byers, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5147th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Luckwell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 22 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
Luckwell Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (47 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Luckwell Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Cross Country, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Art Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Luckwell 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 | None |
| Address | Luckwell Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS3 3ET |
| Headteacher | Lilly Byers |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 76 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.9% |
| School Capacity | 76 / 210 (36% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5147th of 13,686
Nationally
467th of 1,469
In South West
26th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
47 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
74
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Luckwell Primary School
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Contact Information
Luckwell Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS3 3ET
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