The Meadows Primary School
Bristol, BS30 6HS · South Gloucestershire · primary school
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15th of 82 primary schools in South Gloucestershire we can score, 93 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 the 3,159 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.6/10 among them, against 6.3/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.14 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.02 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Meadows Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 5.0% against a national median of 7%. The school holds a Good Ofsted rating from July 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.6 out of 10 among them, against 6.3 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 137 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 who are not reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in the lower-performing subjects? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about The Meadows Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are "happy and eager to learn," benefiting from "warm and caring relationships" with staff. Leaders maintain "high expectations" for work and behaviour, resulting in a calm environment where pupils achieve well, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Reading and phonics teaching is a high priority, using "rich language and high-quality texts" to help pupils become "confident and fluent readers."
- The mathematics curriculum is "skilfully taught," with pupils learning new concepts in "small steps" to build confidence.
- Lessons are "calm, positive and purposeful," with no learning time wasted due to behaviour disruptions.
- Staff establish clear routines and a "culture of respect," helping pupils regulate their behaviour and emotional well-being.
- Leaders provide a "wide range of personal development opportunities," including visits, visitors, and after-school clubs.
Areas to improve
- In a "small number of subjects," the curriculum is "not as well thought through," meaning plans for learning over time are unclear and teaching does not pinpoint exact content.
- The quality of the personal development curriculum is "variable," with some aspects less effective, leaving pupils unclear about what they have learned in those areas.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with leaders having a clear understanding of responsibilities and staff quickly passing concerns to the designated leader.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 79% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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
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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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