Wellesley Primary School
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Wellesley Primary School
Wellesley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Gloucestershire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Wellesley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Heather Small, it falls under South Gloucestershire 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 7942nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 69 in South Gloucestershire.
Wellesley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 30 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
Wellesley Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents).
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 Wellesley Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Dance, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, Wellesley 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Edgeworth, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS37 8YR |
| Headteacher | Heather Small |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.3% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7942nd of 13,686
Nationally
754th of 1,469
In South West
47th of 69
In South Gloucestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Edgeworth, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS37 8YR
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