Backwell School

URN: 136722 • Bristol BS48 3BX

Overview

Name
Backwell School
URN
136722
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
70.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jon Nunes (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01275463371
Website
Visit
Address
Station Road, Bristol BS48 3BX

Summary

Backwell School, located in Bristol, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrollment of 1,597 students and a capacity of 1,728. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence while fostering a friendly and inclusive community. It emphasizes the importance of respect and tolerance, aiming to develop students' moral values alongside their academic achievements.

The school offers a broad curriculum that extends beyond traditional subjects, providing various opportunities for students to engage in extracurricular activities. Backwell School is part of the Lighthouse Schools Partnership Multi-Academy Trust, which enhances continuity for students transitioning from primary to secondary education and promotes the sharing of best practices among educators.

Backwell School prioritises student wellbeing and mental health, offering support for those experiencing anxiety or other related issues. Parents are encouraged to communicate with the pastoral team for guidance and assistance. The school’s ethos revolves around creating a supportive environment where students can thrive academically and personally. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.

Key details

LA
North Somerset
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
1728
Pupils
1597
Boys
835
Girls
762
FSM %
8.70
Open date
2011-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1597 835 762 1728 8.70
2024-09-11 1630 846 784 1728 8.30
2023-09-11 1725 877 848 1728 8.50
2022-09-11 1725 877 848 1728 8.50
2021-09-11 1718 866 852 1728 7.90
2020-09-11 1732 851 881 1728 6.10

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