St Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic Primary School
URN: 139032 • Bristol BS5 0TJ
Overview
- Name
- St Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 139032
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 24.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachael James (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Pennywell Road, Bristol BS5 0TJ
Summary
St Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Bristol, serving 127 pupils with a capacity for 210. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive Catholic community, where strong relationships and high expectations are paramount. Guided by a mission of charity and love, the school aims to nurture each child's academic, social, and spiritual development.
The curriculum at St Nicholas of Tolentine emphasizes a holistic approach to education, encouraging students to become confident, lifelong learners. The school promotes six virtues rooted in scripture, focusing on character development alongside academic achievement. Students are encouraged to embody the school’s core rules: "We are Respectful; We are Ready; and We are Safe," creating a supportive and safe learning environment.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (57.5%), the school is dedicated to serving its diverse community. St Nicholas of Tolentine strives to ensure that every child feels valued and supported, preparing them to make positive contributions to society.
The curriculum at St Nicholas of Tolentine emphasizes a holistic approach to education, encouraging students to become confident, lifelong learners. The school promotes six virtues rooted in scripture, focusing on character development alongside academic achievement. Students are encouraged to embody the school’s core rules: "We are Respectful; We are Ready; and We are Safe," creating a supportive and safe learning environment.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (57.5%), the school is dedicated to serving its diverse community. St Nicholas of Tolentine strives to ensure that every child feels valued and supported, preparing them to make positive contributions to society.
Useful links
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Bristol, City of
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 127
- Boys
- 65
- Girls
- 62
- FSM %
- 57.50
- Open date
- 2012-12-01
- Close date
- 2023-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 127 | 65 | 62 | 210 | 57.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 127 | 65 | 62 | 210 | 57.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 128 | 62 | 66 | 210 | 53.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 128 | 62 | 66 | 210 | 53.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 149 | 76 | 73 | 210 | 53.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 163 | 84 | 79 | 210 | 44.80 |
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.
Add a review
Please sign in to post a review.
Go to login
Are you the school owner?
Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.