Fonthill Primary Academy
Ascot Road, Southmead, Bristol, BS10 5SWOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Fonthill Primary Academy is a primary school in Bristol for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 168 schools in Bristol. It ranks 151st of 190 primary schools in Bristol. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in September 2022.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 28 September 2022, report published 9 November 2022
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 28 September 2022
Pupils are proud to attend Fonthill Primary Academy. They understand how the school's motto, 'working together, achieving together', helps them to feel part of the school community. Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive. Many comment on the school's warm and friendly environment and the way in which staff help children settle into school life. The headteacher and his staff have high expectations for pupils' behaviour and conduct. This starts in the early years, where children learn how to behave well. Pupils are clear about the systems that are in place, both in and outside of lessons. They trust adults to resolve any disagreements that may happen, in a kind and sensitive way. Pupils feel safe and value the positive relationships they have with staff. They say that adults support them when they need to share or understand their emotions. Pupils say that bullying is rare, and that if it were to happen they are confident that adults would deal with it quickly. Pupils enjoy the range of clubs that are on offer to them such as football, chess and construction. They value their roles as members of the school council and as librarians. They know how this helps them set a positive example to others.
What the school should improve
- The implementation of the curriculum is not consistently strong across all subjects. Some teachers do not routinely make clear what pupils are expected to learn or help them to develop a depth of knowledge over time. Leaders need to continue supporting teachers to expertly deliver all aspects of the curriculum so that pupils know and remember more.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
30 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
221 pupils on roll, with places for 252
Schools near Fonthill Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
| Charborough Road Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 45% met the expected standard |
| Little Mead Primary Academy | 0.7 miles | Report card: Needs attention to strong standard | 39% met the expected standard |
| Upper Horfield Primary School | 0.7 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 58% met the expected standard |
| Shield Road Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 38% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- AMPLIFY EDUCATION
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Headteacher Stephanie Hughes
- Phone
- 01173772550
- Address
- Ascot Road, Southmead, Bristol, BS10 5SW
- Local authority
- Bristol
- URN
- 144892
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.