# Gillingstool Primary School — Bristol, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.7/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Principal:** Mrs Lauren Edwards

## Contact

- **Address:** null
- **Phone:** 01454 866527
- **Website:** http://www.gillingstool.org.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/bristol/gillingstool-primary-school-23644

## About

Gillingstool is such a special place in which every member of staff knows and cares for every child in the school. This compassionate ethos is promoted at all times and is recognised as a strength of Gillingstool by parents and visitors alike. Within that caring ethos, we seek to maximise every child’s potential, by working together with parents to provide an education tailored for pupils needs.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Good — Jul 2022
- **Ofsted (Early Years Provision):** Good — Jul 2022
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Jul 2022
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Jul 2022
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Good — Jul 2022
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Good — Jul 2022

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Supportive and inclusive community: Gillingstool has been a wonderful experience for our family. The school's values of inclusivity, ambition, and kindness are genuinely reflected in the way staff interact with children and parents alike. Our child is loved and supported, and we feel confident that they're receiving a top-notch education. *(Jan 2023)*
- **5/5** — An amazing school!: I'm so grateful to have found Gillingstool Primary School. The staff are kind, caring, and genuinely interested in every child's well-being and academic progress. We've been thoroughly impressed by the variety of activities and programs on offer, from music lessons to outdoor play. Our daughter is thriving and loves going to school! *(Sep 2022)*
- **4/5** — Room for improvement, but great potential: My child is enjoying their time at Gillingstool, and the staff seem welcoming and dedicated. However, I do wish there were more opportunities for parental involvement and communication. The school's facilities are impressive, but I've noticed a few issues with organization and timetabling. With a bit more attention to detail, this school could be truly exceptional. *(Jun 2022)*
- **5/5** — Excellent education and facilities!: As a parent who's seen their child through Gillingstool, I can confidently say that this school exceeds expectations in every way. The facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the teachers are enthusiastic and dedicated. My child's confidence and skills flourished here, and we're grateful for the opportunity to be part of this school community. *(Mar 2021)*

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