North Star 82°
URN: 148296 • Bristol BS10 7AH
Overview
- Name
- North Star 82°
- URN
- 148296
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- NORTH STAR ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 45.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Amanda Tapsfield (since 2025) , Executive Principal
- Telephone
- 01173772175
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rectory Gardens, Bristol BS10 7AH
Summary
North Star 82° is an academy special converter located in Bristol, catering specifically to pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school serves a mixed-gender population of 61 students, with a capacity of 77, and has a high percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (80.30%). The ethos of North Star 82° centres on providing a supportive environment where every student can overcome barriers and achieve their full potential.
The curriculum is designed to address the unique challenges faced by students with SEMH difficulties, focusing on emotional and social development. The school prioritises building trust and fostering healthy relationships, which are essential for the students' overall well-being and academic success. Testimonials from parents and students highlight the positive impact of the school's approach, with many expressing gratitude for the support received and the progress made.
North Star 82° is part of the North Star Academy Trust, which encompasses several other institutions dedicated to special educational needs. The school actively engages with parents, ensuring open communication to facilitate better support for students at home and in school.
The curriculum is designed to address the unique challenges faced by students with SEMH difficulties, focusing on emotional and social development. The school prioritises building trust and fostering healthy relationships, which are essential for the students' overall well-being and academic success. Testimonials from parents and students highlight the positive impact of the school's approach, with many expressing gratitude for the support received and the progress made.
North Star 82° is part of the North Star Academy Trust, which encompasses several other institutions dedicated to special educational needs. The school actively engages with parents, ensuring open communication to facilitate better support for students at home and in school.
Useful links
- Accept only essential cookies (sen)
- Parents and Carers (calendar)
- privacy policy (download)
- Curriculum (other)
- Key Information (other)
- Safeguarding (other)
- Who We Are (other)
- https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en (other)
- https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en&gl=en (other)
- https://wiki.osmfoundation.org/wiki/Privacy_Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- New Siblands School (71.1)
- Culverhill School (67.9)
- New Siblands School (65.3)
- Bristol Hospital Education Service (64.0)
- Culverhill School (60.8)
Key details
- LA
- Bristol, City of
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- NORTH STAR ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 77
- Pupils
- 61
- Boys
- 55
- Girls
- 6
- FSM %
- 80.30
- Open date
- 2021-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Avon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 61 | 55 | 6 | 77 | 80.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 69 | 60 | 9 | 77 | 81.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 48 | 42 | 6 | 77 | 79.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 48 | 42 | 6 | 62 | 79.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 57 | 53 | 4 | 62 | 68.40 |
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