Upper Horfield Primary School
87%
Capacity
182
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Upper Horfield Primary School
Upper Horfield 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 182 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Upper Horfield Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Tim Seddon, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3506th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Upper Horfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 20 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Upper Horfield Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Netball, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Book Club, Film Club and 2 more.
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, Upper Horfield 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 | Upper Horfield Community School & Early Years, Sheridan Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS7 0PU |
| Headteacher | Tim Seddon |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 182 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.8% |
| School Capacity | 182 / 210 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3506th of 13,686
Nationally
302nd of 1,469
In South West
12th of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
72%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Upper Horfield Community School & Early Years, Sheridan Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS7 0PU
Upper Horfield Community School & Early Years, Sheridan Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS7 0PU
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