St Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic Primary School
64%
Capacity
135
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic Primary School
St Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic 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 135 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic Primary School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Rachel James, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12430th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 72nd out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
St Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 19 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Rounders, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 65.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, St Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic 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 | Pennywell Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS5 0TJ |
| Headteacher | Rachel James |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 135 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 65.9% |
| School Capacity | 135 / 210 (64% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12430th of 13,686
Nationally
1290th of 1,469
In South West
72nd of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
29
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pennywell Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS5 0TJ
Pennywell Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS5 0TJ
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