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Abbotswood Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Abbotswood Primary School is a community primary school in Bristol, South Gloucestershire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 379 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

379

Pupils

420

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Abbotswood Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Abbotswood Primary School is set by South Gloucestershire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 90% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by South Gloucestershire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find South Gloucestershire catchment area documents →

Abbotswood Primary School — School Information

Full address
Kelston Close, Yate, Bristol, BS37 8SZ
Local authority
South Gloucestershire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
21.6% of pupils
DfE URN
132199

Other Primary Schools in Bristol

If Abbotswood Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Bristol are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Abbotswood Primary School

Is Abbotswood Primary School oversubscribed?

Abbotswood Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Abbotswood Primary School?

Admission to Abbotswood Primary School is managed by South Gloucestershire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Abbotswood Primary School cover?

Abbotswood Primary School is a primary school in Bristol, South Gloucestershire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Abbotswood Primary School?

Abbotswood Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.