Oasis Academy Long Cross
165%
Capacity
521
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Oasis Academy Long Cross
Oasis Academy Long Cross is a state-funded co-educational primary school located in Bristol, City of, South West (BS11 0LP), welcoming pupils aged 2 to 11. The school has 521 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (165% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oasis Academy Long Cross "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Sheppard, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11873rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 67th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Oasis Academy Long Cross is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 54 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oasis Academy Long Cross include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Library.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Netball, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 63.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Oasis Academy Long Cross 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Address | Long Cross, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS11 0LP |
| Headteacher | Karen Sheppard |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 521 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 63.3% |
| School Capacity | 521 / 315 (165% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Sept 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11873rd of 13,686
Nationally
1194th of 1,469
In South West
67th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
44%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
65
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (78% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Long Cross, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS11 0LP
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