Shirehampton Primary School
99%
Capacity
493
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Shirehampton Primary School
Shirehampton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 493 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 496 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Shirehampton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laurie Munro, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11295th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 64th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Shirehampton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 54 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 11 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 8 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shirehampton Primary School include Sensory Room, Forest School, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Athletics, Football, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Choir, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Shirehampton 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | St Mary's Walk, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS11 9RR |
| Headteacher | Laurie Munro |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 493 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.8% |
| School Capacity | 493 / 496 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jan 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11295th of 13,686
Nationally
1130th of 1,469
In South West
64th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
91
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St Mary's Walk, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS11 9RR
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