Culverhill School
URN: 146014 • Bristol BS37 8SZ
Overview
- Name
- Culverhill School
- URN
- 146014
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ENABLE TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 67.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Chris Walker (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01454553001
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kelston Close, Bristol BS37 8SZ
Summary
Culverhill School is a mixed academy special converter located in Bristol, South Gloucestershire, catering to 155 pupils aged 7-16 with complex learning difficulties. The school focuses on providing a high-quality, holistic education that balances academic subjects with vocational training, life skills, and personal development. This approach aims to equip students with the skills necessary for independent living and meaningful employment as they transition into adulthood.
The school's ethos is encapsulated in its vision: "Inspire, Nurture, Thrive." This philosophy underpins the commitment to ensuring that every pupil feels safe, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential. Strong partnerships between the school, families, and external agencies are emphasized as essential for fostering student well-being and success.
Culverhill School is part of the Enable Trust, which is dedicated to delivering quality provision for children with special educational needs. The school prioritises a supportive environment for both pupils and staff, recognising that the well-being of educators is crucial to achieving positive outcomes for students.
The school's ethos is encapsulated in its vision: "Inspire, Nurture, Thrive." This philosophy underpins the commitment to ensuring that every pupil feels safe, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential. Strong partnerships between the school, families, and external agencies are emphasized as essential for fostering student well-being and success.
Culverhill School is part of the Enable Trust, which is dedicated to delivering quality provision for children with special educational needs. The school prioritises a supportive environment for both pupils and staff, recognising that the well-being of educators is crucial to achieving positive outcomes for students.
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Nearby alternatives
- New Siblands School (71.1)
- New Siblands School (65.3)
- Bristol Hospital Education Service (64.0)
- Culverhill School (60.8)
- The Meriton Education and Support for Young Parents (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- South Gloucestershire
- Age range
- 7 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ENABLE TRUST
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 155
- Boys
- 104
- Girls
- 51
- FSM %
- 25.80
- Open date
- 2018-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 155 | 104 | 51 | 25.80 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 149 | 104 | 45 | 27.70 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 143 | 100 | 43 | 25.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 143 | 100 | 43 | 25.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 145 | 101 | 44 | 22.80 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 145 | 102 | 43 | 22.90 |
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