Birdwell Primary School
Hollis Close, Long Ashton, Bristol, BS41 9AZOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Birdwell Primary School is a primary school in Bristol for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 84 schools in North Somerset. It ranks 11th of 190 primary schools in Bristol. Its latest Ofsted outcome is a report card, from an inspection in December 2025.
Ofsted report card
Inspected 9 December 2025, report published 2 February 2026
Each area is graded from urgent improvement to exceptional, and safeguarding is either met or not met.
- Inclusion
- Expected standard
- Curriculum and teaching
- Expected standard
- Achievement
- Expected standard
- Attendance and behaviour
- Expected standard
- Personal development and wellbeing
- Expected standard
- Leadership and governance
- Expected standard
- Early years
- Expected standard
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 9 December 2025
Birdwell Primary School is a place 'where everybody can be somebody'. Pupils develop a zest for lifelong learning. They want to come to school to spend time with their friends in the playground and in the classroom. This starts in the early years, where children run into the 'Saplings' class eager to engage in the exciting learning experiences. Pupils' attendance at school is higher than the national average. Pupils thrive both academically and socially, supported by the unwavering commitment of staff. High ambition for pupils means that, over time, pupils achieve very well. This is reflected in the school's published outcomes in national tests, which are generally higher than national averages. Guided by values, such as creativity, bravery and kindness, pupils learn to treat one another with fairness and respect. The school embraces diversity, fostering a strong sense of belonging that pupils wholeheartedly share. There are warm, supportive relationships between pupils and staff. These connections enable staff to break down barriers to learning. They provide support for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) well. Pupils know and live up to the high expectations set by leaders and staff. Behaviour across the school is highly conducive to learning. Bullying is rare. Pupils, including those who are disadvantaged and pupils with SEND, embrace leadership opportunities and enjoy playing an active role in school life. These include serving on the school and eco-councils. Pupils participate in a wide range of clubs, music lessons and sports activities throughout the year. These experiences prepare pupils well for life in modern Britain. Parents and carers overwhelmingly support and value the school. They appreciate the dedication staff bring to their roles and how they go 'above and beyond'.
What the school should improve
- Leaders should ensure that teachers have consistently high expectations in all subjects, so that all pupils' work is of a high quality.
- Leaders should further refine their systems for monitoring the attendance of particular groups of pupils, to ensure that their actions have the desired impact.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
61 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
427 pupils on roll, with places for 450
Schools near Birdwell Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northleaze Church of England Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 68% met the expected standard |
| Ashton Vale Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 74% met the expected standard |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School (VC) | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 66% met the expected standard |
| Four Acres Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 57% met the expected standard |
| Flax Bourton Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 60% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- BIRDWELL SCHOOL
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr Paul Sainsbury
- Phone
- 01275392496
- Address
- Hollis Close, Long Ashton, Bristol, BS41 9AZ
- Local authority
- North Somerset
- URN
- 139471
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.