Knowle Park Primary School
Bristol, BS4 2XG · Bristol, City of · primary school
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45th 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 — 3.4/10 against 3,004 of them, against 3.6/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 40% | 2.07 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Knowle Park Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (3.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 611 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to improve reading outcomes for the majority of Year 6 students?
What Ofsted said about Knowle Park Primary School
Overview
Knowle Park Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a welcoming environment where pupils are happy, respectful, and confident in staff. Leaders have implemented a clear curriculum with a strong focus on reading and oracy, ensuring most pupils achieve well and develop positive attitudes towards learning.
Strengths
- Pupils are "happy, friendly and respectful" with strong relationships between adults and learners.
- The curriculum has "clarity over precisely what pupils should learn," allowing pupils to link knowledge to new concepts.
- There is a "sharp focus on reading," with precise support ensuring pupils become fluent readers.
- Pupils develop confidence through leadership roles, such as the eco squad, and participate actively in community events.
- Governors have an "accurate picture of the school through robust systems of checking and quality assurance."
Areas to improve
- The school should ensure teachers have the expertise to deliver the curriculum effectively, as some pupils do not build sufficient depth of knowledge.
- Assessment checks sometimes fail to identify gaps in pupils’ knowledge; the school must ensure assessment informs curriculum implementation to address misconceptions.
Safeguarding
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 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 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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