Winterbourne Academy
URN: 145502 • Bristol BS36 1JL
Overview
- Name
- Winterbourne Academy
- URN
- 145502
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- THE OLYMPUS ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jennifer Cartwright (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01454252000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- High Street, Bristol BS36 1JL
Summary
Winterbourne Academy, located in Bristol, is the largest secondary school in South Gloucestershire, accommodating 1,783 students with a capacity for 1,880. As an academy sponsor-led institution under the Olympus Academy Trust, it aims to foster an inclusive and welcoming environment where all students can thrive. The school achieved a 'Good' rating in its May 2022 Ofsted report and is committed to developing shared values of community, equity, and ambition.
The curriculum at Winterbourne Academy spans years 7 to 13, offering a broad range of subjects and opportunities for students to pursue their interests. The school emphasizes not only academic achievement but also the development of character through its PRIDE values: Participation, Respect, Integrity, Determination, and Excellence. This holistic approach prepares students for future challenges in both their personal and professional lives.
Winterbourne Academy is dedicated to empowering learners from diverse backgrounds, ensuring they acquire the skills and knowledge necessary for their next steps. The school promotes a culture of lifelong learning and encourages participation in both school and community activities, aiming to cultivate successful global citizens.
The curriculum at Winterbourne Academy spans years 7 to 13, offering a broad range of subjects and opportunities for students to pursue their interests. The school emphasizes not only academic achievement but also the development of character through its PRIDE values: Participation, Respect, Integrity, Determination, and Excellence. This holistic approach prepares students for future challenges in both their personal and professional lives.
Winterbourne Academy is dedicated to empowering learners from diverse backgrounds, ensuring they acquire the skills and knowledge necessary for their next steps. The school promotes a culture of lifelong learning and encourages participation in both school and community activities, aiming to cultivate successful global citizens.
Useful links
- Provision Map (sen)
- Our school calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Online Safety Hub (other)
- Google Chrome (other)
- Olympus Academy Trust (other)
- Freedom of Information (other)
- Annual Reports and Accounts (other)
- Start of term arrangements - September 2025 (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
- THE OLYMPUS ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1880
- Pupils
- 1783
- Boys
- 878
- Girls
- 905
- FSM %
- 12.70
- Open date
- 2018-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1783 | 878 | 905 | 1880 | 12.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1825 | 883 | 942 | 1880 | 11.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1759 | 878 | 881 | 1880 | 9.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1759 | 878 | 881 | 1880 | 9.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1722 | 888 | 834 | 1880 | 8.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1693 | 871 | 822 | 1880 | 7.00 |
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