Sefton Park Infant School
101%
Capacity
213
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Sefton Park Infant School
Sefton Park Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 213 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sefton Park Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alex Powell, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
Sefton Park Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 138 applications for 59 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
Sefton Park Infant School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (43 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sefton Park Infant School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Tennis, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Sefton Park Infant 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ashley Down Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS7 9BJ |
| Headteacher | Alex Powell |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.5% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 210 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Apr 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
43 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
138
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 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.
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Contact Information
Ashley Down Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS7 9BJ
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