Birdwell Primary School

About Birdwell Primary School

Birdwell Primary School is an academy converter in Bristol, North Somerset, England, for pupils aged 3–11. It has 424 pupils on roll. It is part of BIRDWELL SCHOOL. At the end of Key Stage 2, 84% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. 6.1% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 7% have English as an additional language.

School Information

Local Authority

North Somerset →

School Type

Academy converter

Phase

Primary

Age Range

Ages 3–11

Gender

Mixed

Pupils / Capacity

424 / 450 (94%)

Sixth Form

Does not have a sixth form

Nursery

Has Nursery Classes

Religious Character

Does not apply

Who attends this school — useful context if you’re considering teaching here.

Source: DfE School Census, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Official Department for Education results, pupil destinations and attendance.

Source: Department for Education performance tables, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Some independent schools’ qualifications (e.g. IGCSEs) are not all reflected in these figures.

Staffing at this school, with the trend over recent years — useful if you’re considering working here.

Data for the 2024/25 academic year (trend lines show 3 years). Source: DfE School Workforce Census, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. State-funded schools only.

How this school is funded and where the money goes — per pupil.

Source: DfE school finance returns (CFR for council-maintained schools, AAR for academies), 2024-25, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Per-pupil figures are calculated from total income/expenditure.

Contact Details

Address

Hollis Close, Bristol, North Somerset, BS41 9AZ

Phone

01275392496

Headteacher

Paul Sainsbury

Website

www.birdwellschool.co.uk/

Academy Trust

Frequently asked questions

What type of school is Birdwell Primary School?

Birdwell Primary School is an academy converter in Bristol, North Somerset, England, for pupils aged 3–11.

How many pupils does Birdwell Primary School have?

Birdwell Primary School has 424 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.

How does Birdwell Primary School perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?

84% of pupils at Birdwell Primary School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.

Is Birdwell Primary School part of an academy trust?

Yes — Birdwell Primary School is part of BIRDWELL SCHOOL.

Where is Birdwell Primary School?

Birdwell Primary School is located at Hollis Close, Bristol, North Somerset, BS41 9AZ.