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Blackhorse Primary School Catchment Area

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

Blackhorse Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Bristol, South Gloucestershire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 421 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

421

Pupils

420

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Blackhorse Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Blackhorse Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with South Gloucestershire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 421 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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.

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Blackhorse Primary School — School Information

Full address
Blackhorse Lane, Emersons Green, Bristol, BS16 6TR
Local authority
South Gloucestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
7.1% of pupils
DfE URN
149946

Other Primary Schools in Bristol

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Blackhorse Primary School

Is Blackhorse Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Blackhorse Primary School currently has 421 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Blackhorse Primary School?

Admission to Blackhorse 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 Blackhorse Primary School cover?

Blackhorse 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 Blackhorse Primary School?

Blackhorse Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.