Clifton College
URN: 109334 • Bristol BS8 3EZ
Overview
- Name
- Clifton College
- URN
- 109334
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 43.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tim Greene (since 2025) , Head Master
- Telephone
- 01173157000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Guthrie Road, Bristol BS8 3EZ
Summary
Clifton College is an independent, mixed-gender school located in Bristol, catering to students aged 3 to 18. The school is divided into several sections: Pre-Prep (ages 3-8), Prep (ages 8-13), and Upper School and Sixth Form (ages 13-18). With a current enrolment of 1,267 pupils and a capacity of 1,350, Clifton College aims to provide a seamless educational journey that fosters a love for learning and personal growth.
The school prides itself on outstanding teaching and pastoral care, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported. A strong emphasis is placed on nurturing individual strengths and providing personalized assistance within a caring environment. Beyond academics, Clifton College offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, performing arts, and various clubs, promoting the development of lifelong skills and interests.
Clifton College also values community engagement, hosting regular events for families and prospective students to experience the school environment. The supportive parent community and small class sizes contribute to a nurturing atmosphere where children can thrive both academically and socially.
The school prides itself on outstanding teaching and pastoral care, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported. A strong emphasis is placed on nurturing individual strengths and providing personalized assistance within a caring environment. Beyond academics, Clifton College offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, performing arts, and various clubs, promoting the development of lifelong skills and interests.
Clifton College also values community engagement, hosting regular events for families and prospective students to experience the school environment. The supportive parent community and small class sizes contribute to a nurturing atmosphere where children can thrive both academically and socially.
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Nearby alternatives
- New Siblands School (71.1)
- Culverhill School (67.9)
- New Siblands School (65.3)
- Bristol Hospital Education Service (64.0)
- Culverhill School (60.8)
Key details
- LA
- Bristol, City of
- Age range
- 3 - 19
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1350
- Pupils
- 1267
- Boys
- 729
- Girls
- 538
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1910-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1267 | 729 | 538 | 1350 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 1274 | 730 | 544 | 1350 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 1242 | 727 | 515 | 1350 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1242 | 727 | 515 | 1300 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1196 | 691 | 505 | 1300 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1236 | 698 | 538 | 1300 | 0.00 |
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