Oasis Academy Marksbury Road
96%
Capacity
373
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Oasis Academy Marksbury Road
Oasis Academy Marksbury Road is a state-funded None primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 373 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 390 places).
the school is led by headteacher Alex Dart, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8836th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Oasis Academy Marksbury Road is a popular choice with families — it received 123 applications for 44 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
Oasis Academy Marksbury Road parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (33 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oasis Academy Marksbury Road include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Cross Country, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Oasis Academy Marksbury Road 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 | Marksbury Road, Bedminster, Bristol, City of, BS3 5JL |
| Headteacher | Alex Dart |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 373 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.1% |
| School Capacity | 373 / 390 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (18 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Sept 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8836th of 13,686
Nationally
847th of 1,469
In South West
45th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
33 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
123
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oasis Academy Marksbury Road
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Contact Information
Marksbury Road, Bedminster
Bristol, City of, BS3 5JL
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