Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School
80%
Capacity
167
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School
Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 167 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carol Burns, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 599th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 19 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Football, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Science Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Ss Peter and Paul RC 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Aberdeen Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS6 6HY |
| Headteacher | Carol Burns |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 167 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.8% |
| School Capacity | 167 / 210 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
599th of 13,686
Nationally
54th of 1,469
In South West
3rd of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
24%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
86%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School
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Contact Information
Aberdeen Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS6 6HY
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