Four Acres Academy
Four Acres, Withywood, Bristol, BS13 8RBOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Four Acres Academy is a primary school in Bristol for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 168 schools in Bristol. It ranks 138th of 190 primary schools in Bristol. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in October 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 17 October 2023, report published 23 November 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 17 October 2023
Staff are very caring towards pupils at Four Acres Academy. They develop positive, respectful relationships with pupils. The school's values of 'respect, confidence, resilience, independence and articulate' are used to support pupils exceptionally well. Pupils feel safe and happy. They flourish at the school. Staff have high expectations for every pupil. As a result, pupils achieve well across a range of subjects. Pupils behave well in lessons and around the school. Staff are patient and kind. They help pupils manage their own behaviour and anxieties sensitively. Pupils say that if bullying happens, adults sort it out quickly. The school prioritises developing pupils' character. This begins in the early years, when children learn rules and routines. The school weaves highly memorable experiences through the curriculum to enrich pupils' learning. Pupils praise the wide variety of clubs on offer, including sports, art and music. Older pupils relish their roles as school councillors and eco-councillors, in which they influence and lead others. Pupils say these experiences make their school special. The school has established strong relationships with parents. Parents are overwhelmingly supportive of the school. Many say how staff inspire and go the extra mile for their children.
What the school should improve
- Some pupils with SEND do not have the adaptations they need to successfully learn in some subjects. These pupils do not learn parts of the curriculum as well as they could. Some repeat and deepen misconceptions. The trust needs to ensure that staff adapt learning consistently so that pupils with SEND achieve as well as they should.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
47 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
423 pupils on roll, with places for 483
Schools near Four Acres Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School (VC) | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 66% met the expected standard |
| Dundry Church of England Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 53% met the expected standard |
| Fair Furlong Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 28% met the expected standard |
| Headley Park Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 73% met the expected standard |
| Hareclive E-ACT Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Outstanding | 44% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- FUTURA LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr Matthew Cave
- Phone
- 01179030474
- Address
- Four Acres, Withywood, Bristol, BS13 8RB
- Local authority
- Bristol
- URN
- 141706
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.