St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
98%
Capacity
205
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
St Patrick's 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 205 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Patrick's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Edwin Broyd, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7643rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 27 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Patrick's Catholic Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Cricket, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, St Patrick's 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 | Blackswarth Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS5 8AS |
| Headteacher | Edwin Broyd |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.5% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7643rd of 13,686
Nationally
729th of 1,469
In South West
37th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
60%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Blackswarth Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS5 8AS
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