Soundwell Academy

URN: 147889 • Kingswood BS16 4RL

Overview

Name
Soundwell Academy
URN
147889
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
69.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Craig Abbs (since 2025)
Telephone
01174280505
Website
Visit
Address
St Stephens Road, Kingswood BS16 4RL

Summary

Soundwell Academy is a specialist free school located in Kingswood, Bristol, catering to young people aged 5 to 16 with additional needs, particularly in Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Speech Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), and Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC). Established in 2020, the academy moved to a permanent building in 2021 and currently accommodates 140 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 136.

The academy's vision is to empower students to become confident adults who can communicate effectively and lead fulfilling lives. Soundwell focuses on unlocking academic and social potential, providing a supportive environment where values such as belonging, kindness, honesty, and resilience are emphasized. The school operates from 8:45 AM to 2:35 PM, with office hours from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

Admissions are facilitated through local authorities, requiring that students have an Education and Care Plan (EHCP) naming Soundwell Academy. The school collaborates closely with parents and local authorities to ensure appropriate placements, offering a tailored curriculum that includes PSHE and careers guidance to prepare students for further education or employment.

Key details

LA
Bristol, City of
Age range
5 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
136
Pupils
140
Boys
113
Girls
27
FSM %
60.70
Open date
2020-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 140 113 27 136 60.70
2024-09-11 133 113 20 136 62.40
2023-09-11 90 75 15 136 61.10
2022-09-11 90 75 15 136 61.10
2021-09-11 28 26 2 136 63.00
2020-09-11 136

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