Air Balloon Hill Primary School

URN: 135867 • Bristol BS5 7PB

Overview

Name
Air Balloon Hill Primary School
URN
135867
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
67.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Timothy Browse (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01179030077
Website
Visit
Address
Hillside Road, Bristol BS5 7PB

Summary

Air Balloon Hill Primary School is a mixed community school located in St George, Bristol, with a current enrolment of 766 pupils and a capacity of 840. The school prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where every child feels safe, respected, and valued. The ethos of the school revolves around the belief that all children can achieve their potential, and there is a strong emphasis on high expectations and positive attitudes towards learning.

The curriculum at Air Balloon Hill is designed to be engaging and relevant, focusing on core subjects such as reading, writing, and mathematics while also encouraging students to understand their role in making the world a better place. The school provides various opportunities for children to develop their skills through meaningful activities and a supportive learning atmosphere.

In addition to academic support, Air Balloon Hill Primary School offers wrap-around care and extra-curricular activities, promoting a well-rounded educational experience. The school actively engages with parents and the local community, fostering partnerships that enhance the educational journey for all students. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.

Key details

LA
Bristol, City of
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
840
Pupils
766
Boys
402
Girls
364
FSM %
24.90
Open date
2009-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bristol

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 766 402 364 840 24.90
2024-09-11 757 402 355 840 25.90
2023-09-11 731 391 340 840 25.00
2022-09-11 731 391 340 840 25.00
2021-09-11 757 398 359 840 23.00
2020-09-11 781 401 380 840 23.20

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