Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Primary Education in Bristol
We are a Church of England primary school dedicated to providing an inclusive, caring and academically rigorous education rooted in Christian values. Our team of teachers and support staff deliver high-quality learning experiences that foster academic excellence, spiritual growth and personal development. With 419 pupils across 14 classes, we maintain a strong focus on individual progress while nurturing mutual respect and community engagement. Our curriculum extends beyond core subjects to include outstanding arts provision, competitive sports participation and regular performance opportunities.We work closely with parents and Horfield Parish Church to create a supportive environment where every child feels valued and safe. Through rigorous progress tracking and rapid intervention, we ensure attainment levels consistently exceed national averages. Our extracurricular offerings include choir participation for over 140 children, instrumental music lessons and regular performances at professional venues. As part of the Lighthouse Schools Partnership, we collaborate with 34 schools to enhance educational outcomes for all students.
Services
Primary Education
Special Educational Needs Support
After School Club
Breakfast Club
Forest School Programme
Highlights and features
- We offer a distinctive Christian ethos with rigorous academic standards
- Our pupils consistently achieve significantly above national averages
- We provide exceptional arts and music education opportunities
- We maintain strong community partnerships with local church and organisations
- We have outstanding pupil behaviour and pastoral care
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
- SIAMS
What people say
Outstanding behaviour
Significantly higher attainment
Excellent arts provision
Strong community links
Rigorous progress tracking
Services
Primary Education
We deliver comprehensive primary education for children aged 4-11, following the National Curriculum with a Christian ethos. Our academic programme focuses on English, mathematics, science and computing while developing creative and critical thinking skills. With small class sizes and dedicated staff, we ensure individual attention and rapid intervention for any learning challenges.
Special Educational Needs Support
Our tailored support for children with special educational needs includes individual learning plans, specialist resources and dedicated teaching assistants. We work closely with parents and external professionals to create inclusive learning environments that enable every child to achieve their full potential within our mainstream setting.
After School Club
We provide supervised after-school care with a range of activities including homework support, sports, arts and creative play. The club operates daily from 3:15pm to 5:45pm, offering flexible childcare for working parents while maintaining our commitment to pupil wellbeing and development.
Breakfast Club
Our breakfast club offers a nutritious start to the school day with supervised activities and meals from 7:45am. The programme supports working families while ensuring children arrive at class ready to learn in a calm, structured environment.
Forest School Programme
We incorporate Forest School principles into our curriculum, providing regular outdoor learning experiences that develop confidence, teamwork and environmental awareness. Through structured nature-based activities, children gain practical skills and appreciation for the natural world while meeting curriculum objectives.
People
Ms Gilbert
School Office
Manages school administration and coordinates parent communications, ensuring smooth daily operations and effective information flow between staff, parents and external partners.
Ms Choi
School Office
Supports school administration with financial management and event coordination, maintaining accurate records and facilitating communication between school departments and the wider community.
Questions
What age range does Horfield CE Primary School cater for?
We educate children aged 4 to 11 years, covering Reception through Year 6.
What special educational needs support is available?
We provide tailored SEN support with dedicated staff and resources to meet individual learning needs.
Are after-school clubs available?
Yes, we offer a range of after-school clubs including sports, arts and music activities.
How does the school involve parents?
We maintain regular communication through School Gateway and encourage parental involvement in school activities.
What religious education provision exists?
As a Church of England school, we follow a Christian ethos with regular collective worship and RE lessons.
How are pupil progress and attainment monitored?
We use rigorous tracking systems to monitor progress and intervene promptly to maintain high attainment levels.
