Bristol Cathedral Choir School
URN: 135575 • Bristol BS1 5TS
Overview
- Name
- Bristol Cathedral Choir School
- URN
- 135575
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- CATHEDRAL SCHOOLS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Wade Nottingham (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 01173535000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- College Square, Bristol BS1 5TS
Summary
Bristol Cathedral Choir School, located in the heart of Bristol, is a mixed secondary academy with a strong musical heritage and a distinctive Christian ethos. As the oldest school in the city, it serves a diverse student body of 1,183 pupils, prioritising inclusivity and ambition for all learners, regardless of their background or ability. The school is known for its commitment to providing a broad and knowledge-rich curriculum, which aims to equip students with a deep understanding of the world.
The school places a significant emphasis on music, being one of the few remaining state choir schools in the UK. Students have numerous opportunities to engage in musical activities, including bands, orchestras, and choirs, alongside a variety of sports and co-curricular activities such as the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. The school’s pastoral care is robust, with staff dedicated to supporting students' well-being and fostering a sense of community through a house system that encourages belonging and healthy competition.
Overall, Bristol Cathedral Choir School is dedicated to nurturing both academic and personal growth, ensuring that all students thrive in a harmonious and respectful environment.
The school places a significant emphasis on music, being one of the few remaining state choir schools in the UK. Students have numerous opportunities to engage in musical activities, including bands, orchestras, and choirs, alongside a variety of sports and co-curricular activities such as the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. The school’s pastoral care is robust, with staff dedicated to supporting students' well-being and fostering a sense of community through a house system that encourages belonging and healthy competition.
Overall, Bristol Cathedral Choir School is dedicated to nurturing both academic and personal growth, ensuring that all students thrive in a harmonious and respectful environment.
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Nearby alternatives
- St Mary Redcliffe and Temple School (74.3)
- Backwell School (70.2)
- Gordano School (69.5)
- Chew Valley School (68.9)
- Bristol Free School (67.7)
Key details
- LA
- Bristol, City of
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- CATHEDRAL SCHOOLS TRUST
- Capacity
- 1050
- Pupils
- 1183
- Boys
- 568
- Girls
- 615
- FSM %
- 25.80
- Open date
- 2008-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1183 | 568 | 615 | 1050 | 25.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1167 | 595 | 572 | 1050 | 21.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1188 | 563 | 625 | 1050 | 17.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1188 | 563 | 625 | 1050 | 17.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1143 | 553 | 590 | 1050 | 12.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1083 | 528 | 555 | 1050 | 8.70 |
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