Woodlands Academy
78%
Capacity
163
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Woodlands Academy
Woodlands Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 163 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woodlands Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Vicky Counsell, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12110th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 71st out of 85 in Bristol, City of.
Woodlands Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 17 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
Woodlands Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.1/5 from 3 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woodlands Academy include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bristol, City of, Woodlands 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Whittock Road, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS14 8DQ |
| Headteacher | Vicky Counsell |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 163 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.6% |
| School Capacity | 163 / 210 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12110th of 13,686
Nationally
1243rd of 1,469
In South West
71st of 85
In Bristol, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
43%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Woodlands Academy
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Contact Information
Whittock Road, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS14 8DQ
Journey to School
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