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Charlton Wood Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Charlton Wood Primary Academy is a free s primary school in Bristol, South Gloucestershire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 388 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

388

Pupils

420

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Charlton Wood Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Charlton Wood Primary Academy 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: 92% 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 →

Charlton Wood Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Charlton Boulevard, Patchway, Bristol, BS34 5BN
Local authority
South Gloucestershire
School type
Free schools
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
18.3% of pupils
DfE URN
147069

Other Primary Schools in Bristol

If Charlton Wood Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Bristol are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Charlton Wood Primary Academy

Is Charlton Wood Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Charlton Wood Primary Academy is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Charlton Wood Primary Academy?

Admission to Charlton Wood Primary Academy 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 Charlton Wood Primary Academy cover?

Charlton Wood Primary Academy 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 Charlton Wood Primary Academy?

Charlton Wood Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.