Henbury Court Primary Academy
Bristol, BS10 7NY · Bristol, City of · primary school
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57th 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 — 4.1/10 against 1,477 of them, against 3.3/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 62% | 2.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 38% | 0.92 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Henbury Court Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% 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%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 294 pupils against a stated capacity of 300. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year?
What Ofsted said about Henbury Court Primary Academy
Overview
Henbury Court Primary Academy is described as a “caring and welcoming school” where pupils demonstrate positive relationships and pride in their diverse community. However, the report states that “the curriculum has not equipped pupils with the knowledge they need to achieve well,” resulting in many leaving unprepared for secondary education. While the school has introduced an “ambitious curriculum” and improved attendance, recent changes have not yet fully impacted learning, particularly in upper key stage 2.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit “positive relationships” and demonstrate values of being “confident, playful, respectful and working as a team.”
- Behaviour is supported by “well-established routines” and high expectations, with incidents of poor behaviour reduced.
- Early years provision is effective, with a “clearly structured phonics programme” helping children gain a love of stories and reading.
- The school fosters a strong sense of belonging through cultural celebrations and extracurricular activities like choir and cooking.
- Staff workload is considered by leaders, cultivating a “strong culture of teamwork.”
Areas to improve
- The trust must “eradicate the legacy of underachievement” so pupils master essential skills in reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Staff need to use assessment with “enough precision” to identify and close gaps in pupils’ knowledge quickly.
- The school must strengthen checks on the curriculum’s impact to ensure staff cover content in “sufficient depth.”
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 36% |
| 2023/24 | 30% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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