Barley Close Community Primary School
URN: 109047 • Bristol BS16 9DL
Overview
- Name
- Barley Close Community Primary School
- URN
- 109047
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 48.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jo Williams (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01454867090
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Barley Close, Bristol BS16 9DL
Summary
Barley Close Community Primary School is a mixed community school located in Mangotsfield, Bristol, serving 236 pupils with a capacity of 390. The school is committed to creating a safe, stimulating environment that fosters a love for learning and values each child as an individual. The ethos prioritises both academic and social development, ensuring that every child feels supported throughout their educational journey.
The school actively encourages parental involvement, recognising the importance of collaboration between home and school to build confidence in children as they begin their formal education. Barley Close offers a diverse curriculum designed to engage students and promote their overall growth.
In addition to its educational offerings, Barley Close is dedicated to being an integral part of the local community. The school provides opportunities for parents and visitors to engage with its activities, including virtual tours and open days, fostering a welcoming atmosphere for all families. For further information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
The school actively encourages parental involvement, recognising the importance of collaboration between home and school to build confidence in children as they begin their formal education. Barley Close offers a diverse curriculum designed to engage students and promote their overall growth.
In addition to its educational offerings, Barley Close is dedicated to being an integral part of the local community. The school provides opportunities for parents and visitors to engage with its activities, including virtual tours and open days, fostering a welcoming atmosphere for all families. For further information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
Useful links
- Governors Secure Portal (governance)
- Meet the Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Supporting SEN through Music (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Newsletter Term 1 Issue 2 (download)
- Newsletter Term 1 Issue 1 (download)
- Newsletter Term 1 Issue 3 (download)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- South Gloucestershire
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 390
- Pupils
- 236
- Boys
- 136
- Girls
- 100
- FSM %
- 26.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 236 | 136 | 100 | 390 | 26.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 260 | 140 | 120 | 390 | 29.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 282 | 153 | 129 | 420 | 37.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 282 | 153 | 129 | 420 | 37.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 289 | 154 | 135 | 420 | 37.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 342 | 175 | 167 | 420 | 30.80 |
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