Waycroft Academy
Bristol, BS14 8PS · Bristol, City of · primary school
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69th 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 the 3,909 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.7/10 among them, against 1.4/10 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 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| 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.
Waycroft Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.7 out of 10 among them, against 1.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 461 pupils against a stated capacity of 474. 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 to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to improve attainment in reading, writing and maths? How does the school monitor progress for pupils who are not meeting expected benchmarks?
What Ofsted said about Waycroft Academy
Overview
Waycroft Academy is described as a place where pupils work hard and participate with enthusiasm in a "calm and purposeful" environment. The report highlights that the "quality of education has improved greatly" since the previous inspection, now aligning with the strong pastoral support provided. Pupils enjoy attending school and demonstrate high levels of respect and resilience, living up to the expectations set by staff.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and well-sequenced, with effective assessment in English and mathematics helping to identify and plug gaps in learning.
- Early years provision benefits from "warm and nurturing relationships," with a sharp focus on developing communication and language skills.
- Personal development is a strength, with older pupils showing a "mature understanding" of healthy relationships and relevant issues like social media.
- Staff are well-supported by leaders who are "considerate of their workload and well-being," fostering a strong team ethos.
- Pupil leadership opportunities, such as the school council and well-being team, allow pupils to play an active part in improving the school.
Areas to improve
- Assessment in some wider curriculum subjects does not provide enough information about what pupils have learned and remembered, limiting staff’s ability to plug knowledge gaps.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) sometimes lacks clear measures to assess progress against the curriculum, limiting effective evaluation.
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 | 51% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| 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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