Cathedral Primary School

About Cathedral Primary School

Cathedral Primary School is a unique primary school in the heart of Bristol, which opened in September 2013 and now acts as a feeder school to Bristol Cathedral Choir School on the adjacent site. We aim to provide an outstanding education for children across the Bristol area. We are proud of our innovative and creative curriculum which takes full advantage of the wonderful resources surrounding the school to enrich children’s learning opportunities.

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Key Facts

Founded 2013

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 127 responses • 30.3% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

96.9% positive 3.2% negative

My child feels safe at this school

96.8% positive 3.2% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

93.8% positive 2.4% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

85.9% positive 5.5% negative

My child does well at this school

89.8% positive 4% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 127 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

19.1

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

68.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Emily B

Parent Jun 1, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful School Experience"

We're so grateful to be part of the Cathedral Primary School community. The Forest School activities and sports facilities are a highlight for our child, and the values of kindness and respect are evident throughout the school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Hannah T

Parent Jan 1, 2022

4.0

"A Great School with a Unique Atmosphere"

We love the sense of community at Cathedral Primary School, and our child enjoys the diverse range of activities and clubs. The school's commitment to social responsibility is inspiring, and we feel confident that our child is being well-prepared for the future.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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David G

Parent Sep 1, 2021

5.0

"Excellent Care and Education"

Our child thrived at Cathedral Primary School, and we're so thankful for the care and education they received. The staff are dedicated, and the emphasis on creativity and music is wonderful.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rebecca W

Parent Apr 1, 2021

3.0

"Mixed Experience"

While we appreciate the school's focus on creativity and outdoor learning, we've experienced some inconsistency in teaching quality and communication from the school. Our child generally enjoys their time at Cathedral Primary, but we feel that some areas need improvement.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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