Marlwood School

URN: 141341 • Bristol BS35 3LA

Overview

Name
Marlwood School
URN
141341
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
CASTLE SCHOOL EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Simmons (since 2025)
Telephone
01454862525
Website
Visit
Address
Vattingstone Lane, Bristol BS35 3LA

Summary

Marlwood School is a mixed secondary academy located in Bristol, South Gloucestershire, with a current enrolment of 566 pupils and a capacity of 750. As part of the Castle School Education Trust, the school is dedicated to providing high-quality education within an inclusive and supportive environment. The school aims to help every student discover their unique talents and reach their personal best, fostering respect and resilience among its pupils.

The curriculum at Marlwood School is broad and challenging, designed to build on students' prior learning from primary education. The school emphasizes character development and prepares students for future education, training, or employment through excellent careers advice and strong connections with local employers.

Marlwood School prides itself on creating a family-like atmosphere, celebrating diversity and individual differences. The recent OFSTED inspection in November 2023 rated the school as ‘Good’, reflecting the commitment of its dedicated staff and the vibrant community spirit that supports student growth and success.

Key details

LA
South Gloucestershire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
CASTLE SCHOOL EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
750
Pupils
566
Boys
315
Girls
251
FSM %
17.30
Open date
2014-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 566 315 251 750 17.30
2024-09-11 544 308 236 750 13.80
2023-09-11 497 263 234 750 10.70
2022-09-11 497 263 234 1365 10.70
2021-09-11 460 242 218 1365 8.90
2020-09-11 441 247 194 1365 8.40

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