The Park Primary School
70%
Capacity
460
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About The Park Primary School
The Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Gloucestershire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 460 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity.
Ofsted has rated The Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Rowsell, it falls under South Gloucestershire local authority.
The Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 104 applications for 53 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 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 The Park Primary School include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Football, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, The Park 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Hollow Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS15 9TP |
| Headteacher | Paul Rowsell |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 460 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.5% |
| School Capacity | 460 / 654 (70% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
104
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 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.
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Contact Information
Hollow Road, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS15 9TP
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