Minerva Primary Academy
87%
Capacity
367
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Minerva Primary Academy
Minerva Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 367 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Minerva Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennifer Harvey, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1570th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Minerva Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 85 applications for 39 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
Minerva Primary Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 7 parents).
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 Minerva Primary Academy include Library, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Minerva 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | The Greenway, Fishponds, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS16 4HA |
| Headteacher | Jennifer Harvey |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 367 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.7% |
| School Capacity | 367 / 420 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1570th of 13,686
Nationally
135th of 1,469
In South West
7th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
80%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
85
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Minerva Primary Academy
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Contact Information
The Greenway, Fishponds, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS16 4HA
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