North Star 240°
URN: 148322 • Bristol BS11 0QA
Overview
- Name
- North Star 240°
- URN
- 148322
- 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
- 43.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kate Luke (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01173772275
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Long Cross, Bristol BS11 0QA
Summary
North Star 240° is an academy special converter school located in North Bristol, catering to students aged 11-16 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, along with associated learning difficulties. With a current enrolment of 75 pupils and a capacity of 80, the school focuses on providing a supportive environment that fosters emotional and social development, aiming to help students build healthy relationships and improve their overall well-being.
The curriculum at North Star 240° is designed to be inclusive and responsive to the individual needs of each student. The school emphasizes the importance of life skills, including cooking and money management, alongside academic learning. Testimonials from parents and students highlight the positive impact of the school's nurturing approach, with many noting improvements in confidence, resilience, and enjoyment of school life.
Safeguarding is a top priority at North Star 240°, ensuring that all students grow up in a safe and supportive environment. The school maintains open communication with families, fostering a strong sense of community and collaboration in supporting each child's unique journey.
The curriculum at North Star 240° is designed to be inclusive and responsive to the individual needs of each student. The school emphasizes the importance of life skills, including cooking and money management, alongside academic learning. Testimonials from parents and students highlight the positive impact of the school's nurturing approach, with many noting improvements in confidence, resilience, and enjoyment of school life.
Safeguarding is a top priority at North Star 240°, ensuring that all students grow up in a safe and supportive environment. The school maintains open communication with families, fostering a strong sense of community and collaboration in supporting each child's unique journey.
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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
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- NORTH STAR ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 80
- Pupils
- 75
- Boys
- 63
- Girls
- 12
- FSM %
- 82.40
- Open date
- 2021-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 75 | 63 | 12 | 80 | 82.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 76 | 65 | 11 | 80 | 81.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 75 | 64 | 11 | 80 | 80.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 75 | 64 | 11 | 80 | 80.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 76 | 64 | 12 | 80 | 76.30 |
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