Parkwall Primary School
68%
Capacity
143
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Parkwall Primary School
Parkwall Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Gloucestershire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 143 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Parkwall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennifer Waller, it falls under South Gloucestershire local authority.
Parkwall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 21 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Parkwall Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Coding, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, Parkwall 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Earlstone Crescent, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS30 8AA |
| Headteacher | Jennifer Waller |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 143 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.6% |
| School Capacity | 143 / 210 (68% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed21
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Earlstone Crescent, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS30 8AA
Earlstone Crescent, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS30 8AA
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