Almondsbury Church of England Primary School

  • Primary
  • Local authority maintained
  • Ages 4 to 11
Ofsted: Outstanding

Sundays Hill, Almondsbury, BS32 4DSOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Almondsbury Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Almondsbury for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 122 schools in South Gloucestershire. It ranks 4th of 79 primary schools in South Gloucestershire. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in June 2017.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 21 June 2017, report published 4 September 2017

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
Early years provision
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 6 December 2023

Pupils thrive at Almondsbury Primary School. Adults and pupils are proud to be part of the school family. Most parents are unwavering in their support for the school. Adults know the pupils well. Relationships are warm and supportive. Pupils feel safe and know that adults will help them if they have a worry or concern. The quality of education the pupils receive is exceptional. Pupils are curious and keen to learn. All pupils progress extremely well through the intended curriculum. This means pupils are well prepared for the next stage in their education. Adults have high expectations for all pupils. Pupils respond well to this. This begins in Reception Year, where children learn to take turns and work as a team to solve problems. Pupils demonstrate the school rules of 'ready, respectful, safe' as they move around the school and during learning. As a result, classrooms are purposeful and calm. Pupils develop their talents and interests through the rich opportunities available. Trips to France, London and the local area support pupils to understand the world around them. Pupils enjoy the range of clubs available, including golf, running and karate.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

45 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths62%

62%, the same as the England average.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths18%

18%, 10 percentage points above the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score109

109, 3 above the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score108

108, 3 above the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score109

109, 4 above the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

308 pupils on roll, with places for 315

Eligible for free school meals6.8%

6.8%, 19.7 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language21.1%

21.1%, 0.5 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support8.4%

8.4%, 6.4 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan5.5%

5.5%, 0.5 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Almondsbury Church of England Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Holy Trinity Primary School1 mileOfsted: Good67% met the expected standard
Coniston Primary School1 mileOfsted: Good86% met the expected standard
St Chad's Patchway CofE Primary School1 mileOfsted: Good56% met the expected standard
Wheatfield Primary School1 mileReport card: Expected standard to strong standard78% met the expected standard
Bowsland Green Primary School1 mileOfsted: Good63% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Voluntary controlled school
Sector
Local authority maintained
Age range
4 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England
Nursery classes
No
Headteacher
Mr Paul Smith
Address
Sundays Hill, Almondsbury, BS32 4DS
Local authority
South Gloucestershire
URN
109157

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.