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
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.
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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Nearby alternatives
- St Mary Redcliffe and Temple School (74.3)
- Backwell School (70.2)
- Gordano School (69.5)
- Bristol Free School (67.7)
- Redland Green School (67.5)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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