Wansdyke Primary School
100%
Capacity
209
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Wansdyke Primary School
Wansdyke Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Wansdyke Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rosanna O'Reilly, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6984th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Wansdyke Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 28 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wansdyke Primary School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Gymnastics, Netball, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Wansdyke 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 | School Close, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS14 0DU |
| Headteacher | Rosanna O'Reilly |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.4% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6984th of 13,686
Nationally
660th of 1,469
In South West
32nd of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
63%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
87
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Close, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS14 0DU
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