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High Down Junior School

Down Road, Portishead, Bristol, BS20 6DY

A Good-rated primary school in Bristol where 72% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils

341

Ages

7-11

FSM

10.0%

Capacity

360

Ofsted

Good

Dec 2015

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

82.0%

Writing

81.0%

Maths

86.0%

RWM Combined

72.0%

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About High Down Junior School

High Down Junior School is a primary school in Bristol, North Somerset. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2015 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 99 responses), 84% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 72% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 341 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Down Road, Bristol, BS20 6DY | More schools in North Somerset

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for High Down Junior School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2024 — Standards maintained
Dec 2015 — Good (predecessor: High Down Junior School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about High Down Junior School

What is High Down Junior School's Ofsted rating?

High Down Junior School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2015 inspection.

What do parents say about High Down Junior School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 99 responses): 84% of parents would recommend High Down Junior School.

What are High Down Junior School's latest exam results?

High Down Junior School: KS2 2024/25: 72% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is High Down Junior School located?

High Down Junior School is a primary school in Bristol, North Somerset (BS20 6DY).

How many pupils attend High Down Junior School?

High Down Junior School has around 341 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare High Down Junior School with other schools?

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