Shield Road Primary School
Shields Avenue, Northville, Bristol, BS7 0RROpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Shield Road Primary School is a primary school in Bristol for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 122 schools in South Gloucestershire. It ranks 173rd of 190 primary schools in Bristol. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in September 2013.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 17 September 2013, report published 9 October 2013
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 13 December 2023
Pupils enjoy learning at Shield Road Primary School. Staff create an environment where pupils feel listened to and valued. The school welcomes pupils from other countries, who quickly become part of the school community. Pupils enjoy each other's company and build strong relationships with staff. As a result, pupils feel happy and safe at school. Staff have consistent, high expectations of pupils' behaviour. Adults reward good manners and behaviour. Children in Reception learn to make friends, take turns and share. They respond well to the clear routines that are in place. Pupils are polite and considerate to others. Pupils of all ages play well together during social times. They show consistently positive attitudes to learning. The school is calm and orderly. Older pupils train as anti- bullying ambassadors. This helps them to resolve any issues that may occur. The school plans a variety of opportunities and trips, such as visiting an Egyptian museum or a Victorian school, to deepen pupils' knowledge. Pupils benefit from their roles of responsibility. They are elected as members of the school and eco-council. Pupils value the range of clubs they can attend, such as art, music and sports. Parents are very happy with the school and its caring and nurturing environment.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, the school's approach to assessment is not used well. This means that staff do not form an accurate picture of how well pupils develop their knowledge and understanding of the curriculum. The school needs to ensure that staff check precisely what pupils know and remember and use this information to adapt or inform the curriculum and future learning.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
29 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
181 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Shield Road Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charborough Road Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 45% met the expected standard |
| Upper Horfield Primary School | 0.4 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 58% met the expected standard |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
| Wallscourt Farm Academy | 0.8 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 67% met the expected standard |
| Fonthill Primary Academy | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 47% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Rhodri Hopkins
- Phone
- 01454867185
- Address
- Shields Avenue, Northville, Bristol, BS7 0RR
- Local authority
- South Gloucestershire
- URN
- 109014
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.