St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Portbury

URN: 143283 • Bristol BS20 7TR

Overview

Name
St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Portbury
URN
143283
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Amy Townsend (since 2025)
Telephone
01275372066
Website
Visit
Address
Church Lane, Bristol BS20 7TR

Summary

St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a small, mixed academy located in Portbury, Bristol, with a current enrolment of 80 pupils and a capacity of 105. The school is deeply rooted in its local community, which includes Portbury, Portishead, and Pill, fostering a family-like atmosphere where every child is celebrated as an individual. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in the mission statement, which encourages respect, cooperation, and a commitment to Christian values.

The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to engage students and promote independent learning. With a focus on creativity and curiosity, the school offers a variety of enrichment activities, including outdoor learning opportunities, museum trips, and guest speakers. The school’s rich outdoor environment, featuring a field, conservation area, and vegetable plot, enhances the learning experience and encourages children to explore and connect with nature.

St Mary's prioritises strong relationships among children, parents, and staff, creating a supportive environment that motivates students to achieve their best. The school also emphasizes the importance of community involvement, with students acting as Eco ambassadors to promote positive change in the wider world.

Key details

LA
North Somerset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
105
Pupils
80
Boys
47
Girls
33
FSM %
10.00
Open date
2016-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-06-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 80 47 33 105 10.00
2024-09-11 93 48 45 105 9.70
2023-09-11 100 44 56 105 11.00
2022-09-11 100 44 56 105 11.00
2021-09-11 104 50 54 105 11.50
2020-09-11 108 50 58 105 11.10

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