Sir Bernard Lovell Academy
URN: 141665 • Bristol BS30 8TS
Overview
- Name
- Sir Bernard Lovell Academy
- URN
- 141665
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- FUTURA LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Robin Bassford (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01174565900
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- North Street, Bristol BS30 8TS
Summary
Sir Bernard Lovell Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Bristol, serving students aged 11 to 18. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it is part of the Futura Learning Partnership, which includes 27 schools in the south-west. The academy aims to provide a high-quality education that inspires and supports students, fostering both academic achievement and personal development.
The curriculum is designed to challenge students while nurturing their confidence and well-being through a robust pastoral care system. The school promotes a culture of high expectations regarding attendance, behaviour, and academic performance, ensuring that students receive the necessary support to excel. A wide range of extra-curricular activities is also available, encouraging students to explore their interests and develop essential life skills.
With a current enrolment of 1,261 pupils and a capacity of 1,409, Sir Bernard Lovell Academy is oversubscribed, reflecting its strong reputation within the local community. The school prioritises collaboration and shared values while maintaining its unique identity, aiming to prepare students for successful futures both academically and personally.
The curriculum is designed to challenge students while nurturing their confidence and well-being through a robust pastoral care system. The school promotes a culture of high expectations regarding attendance, behaviour, and academic performance, ensuring that students receive the necessary support to excel. A wide range of extra-curricular activities is also available, encouraging students to explore their interests and develop essential life skills.
With a current enrolment of 1,261 pupils and a capacity of 1,409, Sir Bernard Lovell Academy is oversubscribed, reflecting its strong reputation within the local community. The school prioritises collaboration and shared values while maintaining its unique identity, aiming to prepare students for successful futures both academically and personally.
Useful links
- Sixth Form Open Events >>> (calendar)
- YEAR 6 Open Mornings and Evening (calendar)
- School policies and procedures (other)
- SBL Sports Centre (other)
- Careers advice (other)
- STUDENTREVISION (other)
- SBL School Library (other)
- TERM DATES (other)
- Term dates >>> (other)
- Year 9 Pathways (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
- South Gloucestershire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- FUTURA LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 1409
- Pupils
- 1261
- Boys
- 699
- Girls
- 562
- FSM %
- 18.00
- Open date
- 2015-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1261 | 699 | 562 | 1409 | 18.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1244 | 707 | 537 | 1409 | 16.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1153 | 635 | 518 | 1409 | 15.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1153 | 635 | 518 | 1409 | 15.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1098 | 581 | 517 | 1409 | 13.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1010 | 520 | 490 | 1409 | 11.60 |
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