Cotham Gardens Primary School

URN: 138708 • Bristol BS6 6AL

Overview

Name
Cotham Gardens Primary School
URN
138708
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
COTHAM GARDENS PRIMARY SCHOOL LTD
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Emmeline Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01173772610
Website
Visit
Address
18 Cotham Grove, Bristol BS6 6AL

Summary

Cotham Gardens Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Bristol, with a current enrolment of 412 pupils and a capacity of 630. The school is committed to creating a safe and happy environment for its students, as highlighted in their recent Ofsted report. The leadership model introduced in September 2024 aims to enhance all aspects of learning and development, ensuring that every child receives the support they need.

The curriculum at Cotham Gardens is designed to provide a structured learning pathway from Reception to Year 6. Early literacy and numeracy skills are prioritised, with children beginning to read books that correspond to their phonetic knowledge right from the start. The school also places a strong emphasis on attendance, working closely with families and external agencies to address any barriers to regular school attendance.

Cotham Gardens values community engagement and maintains open communication with parents, fostering a collaborative approach to education. The leadership team is focused on continuous improvement, building on recent advancements to ensure a high-quality educational experience for all pupils.

Key details

LA
Bristol, City of
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
COTHAM GARDENS PRIMARY SCHOOL LTD
Capacity
630
Pupils
412
Boys
190
Girls
222
FSM %
20.60
Open date
2012-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 412 190 222 630 20.60
2024-09-11 482 236 246 630 19.70
2023-09-11 543 280 263 630 17.10
2022-09-11 543 280 263 630 17.10
2021-09-11 541 289 252 630 16.30
2020-09-11 565 307 258 630 13.10

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