Upper Horfield Primary School
Bristol, BS7 0PU · Bristol, City of · primary school
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76th 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 — 2.5/10 against 1,954 of them, against 2.5/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.21 |
| 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.
Upper Horfield Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, 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 (2.5 out of 10 either way). The school was inspected in January 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 185 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 have not yet reached the expected standard in core subjects? What specific steps are taken to help children progress towards the higher standard? How does the new inspection framework affect the school’s current improvement plans?
What Ofsted said about Upper Horfield Primary School
Overview
Upper Horfield Primary School is described as an inclusive and welcoming environment where pupils feel safe, happy, and well-supported. While attendance has improved and personal development is strong, the report identifies that historic curriculum weaknesses and inconsistent teaching mean some pupils lack secure basic knowledge and skills.
Strengths
- Leaders have built "positive relationships with families" and improved attendance to levels "close to national averages".
- Pupils are "polite, kind and respectful," creating a "harmonious and enjoyable" school culture with rare bullying.
- The early years provision helps children settle quickly, with staff prioritising "secure relationships" and developing independence.
- There is an "established culture of inclusion," with effective support for vulnerable pupils and those with special educational needs.
- Pupils benefit from a "rich and varied range of experiences," including leadership roles and enrichment opportunities that boost confidence.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure pupils receive support to improve "handwriting and transcription skills" so they can write fluently.
- Teachers should routinely check what pupils know and remember across all subjects to address gaps in basic knowledge.
- Leaders and governors need to gather information systematically to evaluate the impact of changes and "bring about improvement more swiftly."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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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