Bedminster Down School
URN: 138204 • Bristol BS13 7DQ
Overview
- Name
- Bedminster Down School
- URN
- 138204
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- FUTURA LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Louise Davies (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01173532800
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Donald Road, Bristol BS13 7DQ
Summary
Bedminster Down School is a mixed secondary academy located in Bristol, serving approximately 1,029 students with a capacity of 1,080. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment, with a significant percentage of pupils (38.4%) eligible for free school meals, reflecting its dedication to catering to a diverse community.
The curriculum at Bedminster Down School is designed to foster academic achievement while promoting personal development and well-being. The school focuses on equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary for their future, encouraging engagement in a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities.
In addition to its educational offerings, Bedminster Down School places a strong emphasis on community involvement and support. The school actively seeks to build strong relationships with parents and local organisations, ensuring that students receive the guidance and resources they need to thrive both academically and socially. For more information, parents can visit the school's official website at http://www.bedminsterdown.org.uk.
The curriculum at Bedminster Down School is designed to foster academic achievement while promoting personal development and well-being. The school focuses on equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary for their future, encouraging engagement in a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities.
In addition to its educational offerings, Bedminster Down School places a strong emphasis on community involvement and support. The school actively seeks to build strong relationships with parents and local organisations, ensuring that students receive the guidance and resources they need to thrive both academically and socially. For more information, parents can visit the school's official website at http://www.bedminsterdown.org.uk.
Useful links
- SEND and Individual Pupil Support (sen)
- Photo and Video Consent (sen)
- report a student absence (sen)
- Open Events (calendar)
- Student portal guidance (download)
- Admissions (other)
- privacy policy (other)
- School Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- FUTURA LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 1080
- Pupils
- 1029
- Boys
- 563
- Girls
- 466
- FSM %
- 38.40
- Open date
- 2012-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1029 | 563 | 466 | 1080 | 38.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1040 | 566 | 474 | 1080 | 33.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1038 | 540 | 498 | 1080 | 30.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1038 | 540 | 498 | 1080 | 30.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1052 | 560 | 492 | 1080 | 27.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1041 | 550 | 491 | 1080 | 25.40 |
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