Westbury-On-Trym Church of England Academy
99%
Capacity
415
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Westbury-On-Trym Church of England Academy
Westbury-On-Trym Church of England Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 415 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Westbury-On-Trym Church of England Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Pritchard, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4832nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Westbury-On-Trym Church of England Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 210 applications for 59 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
Westbury-On-Trym Church of England Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (186 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westbury-On-Trym Church of England Academy include Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Rounders, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Eco Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Westbury-On-Trym Church of England Academy 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Channells Hill, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS9 3HZ |
| Headteacher | Amanda Pritchard |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 415 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.7% |
| School Capacity | 415 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Apr 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Feb 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4832nd of 13,686
Nationally
433rd of 1,469
In South West
22nd of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
186 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
210
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Westbury-On-Trym Church of England Academy
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Contact Information
Channells Hill, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS9 3HZ
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