Wallscourt Farm Academy
Bristol, BS16 1GE · South Gloucestershire · primary school
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29th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.4/10 against 3,191 of them, against 6.7/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wallscourt Farm Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 15.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.7 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in April 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 400 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 new inspection framework’s separate grading affect current teaching priorities? How does the school support pupils aiming for the higher standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Wallscourt Farm Academy
Overview
Wallscourt Farm Academy is described as a school where "pupils thrive" within a "welcoming" community that prioritises inclusion and personal wellbeing. The report highlights a "calm and purposeful atmosphere" where staff know pupils well, resulting in strong attendance, positive behaviour, and high achievement, particularly in reading and mathematics.
Strengths
- Inclusion is a "defining strength," with a culture where "difference is understood and valued" and vulnerable pupils grow in confidence.
- Pupils "achieve well," with Key Stage 2 outcomes "consistently above the national average," supported by consistent phonics teaching and early identification of needs.
- Attendance "continues to improve" due to leaders’ "close, steady watch" and practical support, such as a walking bus, which removes barriers for families.
- The curriculum is "shaped with curiosity and ambition," fostering an "enquiry-led ethos" where pupils develop secure vocabulary and think like subject specialists.
- Staff wellbeing is prioritised, creating a culture where teachers feel "valued, well supported" and able to contribute positively.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure assessment is used "consistently to guide teachers" in selecting tasks that address knowledge gaps, particularly for pupils working below age-related expectations.
- Gaps in "letter formation, spelling and sentence accuracy" are occasionally left unaddressed, slowing the development of a fluent writing style for a small number of pupils.
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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