Elmfield School for Deaf Children
URN: 109385 • Bristol BS7 0PU
Overview
- Name
- Elmfield School for Deaf Children
- URN
- 109385
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kate Persaud (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01179030366
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sheridan Road, Bristol BS7 0PU
Summary
Elmfield School for Deaf Children is a community special school located in Bristol, catering specifically to deaf children. With a current enrolment of 50 pupils and a capacity of 55, the school promotes a sign bilingual education model, enabling students to develop proficiency in both English and British Sign Language (BSL). This approach supports their language acquisition and fosters a strong sense of Deaf identity.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Kate Persaud, Elmfield is committed to creating an inclusive environment where students can thrive academically and socially. The school recently opened a new building designed for Early Years and Primary pupils, with plans for a secondary facility to be completed by 2026. These spaces are tailored to meet the unique needs of deaf learners, ensuring accessibility and engagement in the curriculum.
Elmfield values community involvement and has a diverse governing body that includes staff, parents, and local authority representatives. The school welcomes students from multiple local authorities, reflecting its reputation as a Centre of Excellence in deaf education. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and participate in their children's educational journey.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Kate Persaud, Elmfield is committed to creating an inclusive environment where students can thrive academically and socially. The school recently opened a new building designed for Early Years and Primary pupils, with plans for a secondary facility to be completed by 2026. These spaces are tailored to meet the unique needs of deaf learners, ensuring accessibility and engagement in the curriculum.
Elmfield values community involvement and has a diverse governing body that includes staff, parents, and local authority representatives. The school welcomes students from multiple local authorities, reflecting its reputation as a Centre of Excellence in deaf education. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and participate in their children's educational journey.
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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
- 2 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 55
- Pupils
- 50
- Boys
- 22
- Girls
- 28
- FSM %
- 42.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bristol
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 50 | 22 | 28 | 55 | 42.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 46 | 21 | 25 | 50 | 40.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 40 | 26 | 14 | 50 | 40.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 40 | 26 | 14 | 40.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 40 | 27 | 13 | 37.50 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 42 | 27 | 15 | 32.50 |
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