Oasis Academy Daventry Road
N/A
Ofsted Rating
29%
Capacity
261
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Oasis Academy Daventry Road
Oasis Academy Daventry Road is a smaller-than-average secondary school in Bristol, with 261 pupils on roll against a capacity of 900. That’s a significant gap, and it means the school is operating at just under a third of its potential size. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 63.2%, which is notably high — well above the national average for secondary schools and a clear signal of the level of disadvantage the school serves. Despite the spare capacity, the school was oversubscribed for Year 7 entry in the 2025/26 admissions round, with 166 applications for 136 places — an oversubscription ratio of 1.22. Of those, 88 families put the school as their first preference, and all 88 received an offer. That level of demand, in a school with room to grow, suggests a strong local reputation among families who know it.
Academic outcomes data for Oasis Academy Daventry Road is not available in this dataset, so it’s not possible to compare its Progress 8 score or KS2 SATs results against the local authority average. What we do know is that the school is one of 26 state secondaries in Bristol, and none of those currently hold an Outstanding rating from Ofsted. The top-performing schools in the area, based on a composite ranking score, are Redland Green School, Bristol Cathedral Choir School, and Bristol Metropolitan Academy. Without exam results or an Ofsted grade for Oasis Academy Daventry Road, parents will need to look to other sources — such as the school’s own website or direct contact — to get a clearer picture of how its pupils perform academically.
On the practical side, the school offers a solid range of facilities including science labs, a swimming pool, sports hall, music rooms, and art studios. Clubs cover everything from coding and debate to the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and eco club, and sports include martial arts, netball, and gymnastics. The SEND provisions are comprehensive, with support for autistic spectrum disorder, speech and language needs, and social, emotional and mental health — which is relevant given the high FSM intake. There is no sixth form, so pupils will need to move on after Year 11. The school is oversubscribed, but with only 261 pupils in a 900-place building, there is clearly room for growth. This is a school that could suit families looking for a non-faith, mixed secondary with strong pastoral and SEND support, and where the community feel may be more intimate than at larger local alternatives.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Walsh Avenue, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS14 9SQ |
| Headteacher | Danny McGilloway |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 261 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 63.2% |
| School Capacity | 261 / 900 (29% full) |
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
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed136
166
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
88 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Class profile
2024/25Better than 75% of schools in England.
Better than half of schools in England.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Among the highest-disadvantage schools.
Above the national median (10%) — a meaningful share speak English as an additional language.
Ethnic background
- White British75.5%
- Mixed6.6%
- White (other)5.7%
- Asian3.1%
- Black0.8%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/2575% of schools in England do better than this.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Permanent exclusion is rare — most schools have none in a given year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
⚠ This school is oversubscribed — without published cutoff data we can't show how far places reach. Check your council's admissions page.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
14
Total schools
13
Oversubscribed
10
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oasis Academy Daventry Road
Helpful Guides for Parents
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
How to Appeal a School Admissions Decision
Step-by-step guide to school appeals
Contact Information
Walsh Avenue, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS14 9SQ
Journey to School
Journey times are estimates based on current conditions. Actual times may vary.
Opening Hours
Parent Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience at Oasis Academy Daventry Road!
Write a Review