Chew Valley School

URN: 109306 • Bristol BS40 8QB

Overview

Name
Chew Valley School
URN
109306
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
68.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gareth Beynon (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Chew Magna, Bristol BS40 8QB

Summary

Chew Valley School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Bristol, serving the Chew Valley area and attracting students from a wider region, including Bristol. The school is set on a 30-acre site with well-equipped facilities for various subjects, including advanced computing, science, and design technology. The school day runs from 8:40 am to 3:20 pm, featuring five one-hour lessons.

The school prioritises pastoral care, ensuring that each student feels safe and supported. Every student is assigned a tutor who follows them through their compulsory years, working closely with Heads of House to address any academic or personal concerns. The school has a robust system in place for addressing issues such as bullying, with various staff members available to provide support.

Chew Valley School is part of the Lighthouse Schools Partnership Multi-Academy Trust and is committed to fostering a positive learning environment. The school encourages community involvement and offers a range of co-curricular activities to enhance student development. For admissions, the school works with the Bath and North East Somerset Local Authority, with specific arrangements for Year 7 and in-year applications.

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Key details

LA
Bath and North East Somerset
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1253
Pupils
1117
Boys
528
Girls
589
FSM %
6.50
Open date
Close date
2018-01-31
Last Ofsted
2015-05-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1117 528 589 1253 6.50
2024-09-11 1117 528 589 1253 6.50
2023-09-11 1117 528 589 1253 6.50
2022-09-11 1117 528 589 1253 6.50
2021-09-11 1117 528 589 1253 6.50
2020-09-11 1117 528 589 1253 6.50

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