Filton Avenue Primary School
Bristol, BS7 9RP · Bristol, City of · primary school
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17th of 90 primary schools in Bristol, City of we can score, 102 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.9/10 against 1,624 of them, against 6.5/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 65.0 · 52 | 41% | 2.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 26% | 2.22 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Filton Avenue Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 17.0% achieved this, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Minecraft, Lego, Computer, Choir, Art, Warhammer, and Gardening clubs. Sports include boys’ and girls’ football, tag rugby, netball, basketball, cricket, dodgeball, and tennis. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 568 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting expected standards in maths? What specific support is available for children joining in the current academic year? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Filton Avenue Primary School
Overview
Filton Avenue Primary School is described as a “happy, caring and inclusive place for pupils to learn,” underpinned by values of “collaboration, aspiration, respect and endeavour.” Leaders have designed an “engaging curriculum” that places the local community at its heart, fostering strong relationships and high expectations. The school has improved significantly since its previous inspection, with staff morale remaining high and trust leaders sharply focused on maintaining educational quality.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “ambitious” and clearly sequenced, helping pupils “connect and remember their learning” across subjects like mathematics, history, and science.
- “Oracy” is central to the curriculum, giving pupils the skills to “speak confidently, challenge each other and answer questions” in various scenarios.
- Reading is a high priority, with staff using “secure subject knowledge” and “high-quality training” to ensure most pupils quickly learn to read through phonics.
- Leaders “quickly identify the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND),” adapting learning so they can access the same ambitious curriculum as their peers.
- Pupils enjoy “many positions of responsibility,” such as oracy champions and school council members, which enable them to make a “positive contribution to the school.”
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure that pupils’ reading books “are clearly matched to their phonic knowledge,” as some books do not currently match the sounds pupils know, slowing progress for those falling behind.
- The art curriculum is noted to be “at an earlier stage of development” compared to other subjects.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” with staff who are “knowledgeable about what to do if they are worried about a pupil” and who work well with outside agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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