Fishponds CofE Primary School
Bristol, BS16 3UH · Bristol, City of · primary school
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58th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.3/10 against 1,807 of them, against 2.2/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 51.0 · 21 | 41% | 0.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 26% | 0.61 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fishponds CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 51.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join the Choir, Big Sing, and Storytelling workshops. Sports include Karate, Basketball, Horse riding, and Swimming. Arts activities feature African Dance, Music lessons, and Collaborative murals. The school also runs Culture Week and Refugee Week projects.
Getting in
The published school roll is 310 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards? What specific strategies are used to improve reading outcomes for the majority of Year 6 students? How does the school maintain the Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Fishponds CofE Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as “confident and successful” learners who “enjoy their time at school” and take pride in the institution’s Christian values. Leaders have driven significant improvements since the previous inspection, establishing a curriculum with “clear sequences of learning” that supports strong progress in reading and mathematics. The school fosters a supportive environment where staff maintain high expectations for behaviour and effectively support pupils’ emotional needs.
Strengths
- The curriculum is well-designed with “clear sequences of learning” that build securely on early years education.
- Pupils “learn to read well” through a structured phonics programme and a strong culture of reading for pleasure.
- Staff are “highly skilled in supporting pupils’ emotional needs” and help children manage feelings and restore relationships.
- Pupils demonstrate respect for differences and have a “good understanding of what makes a healthy relationship.”
- Governors and trust leaders “support and challenge school leaders well,” ensuring improvements are tracked and staff wellbeing is considered.
Areas to improve
- In subjects other than reading and mathematics, assessment checks are “not as precise,” meaning teaching does not always build effectively on prior knowledge, which can create “gaps in pupils’ learning.”
- Leaders must ensure assessment is used “consistently well” across all subjects to help pupils develop the knowledge they should.
Safeguarding
The report states that “arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” noting a “strong culture of safeguarding” where all staff know how to recognise signs of abuse and work well with other agencies to minimise risk.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 51% |
| 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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