North Star 265°
URN: 149843 • Bristol BS9 2NT
Overview
- Name
- North Star 265°
- URN
- 149843
- Type
- Free schools alternative provision
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- NORTH STAR ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 26.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rob Skelton (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01173320717
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hallen Drive, Bristol BS9 2NT
Summary
North Star 265° is a free school alternative provision located in Bristol, designed to support young children who have been excluded from mainstream education or are at risk of exclusion. With a capacity of 85 pupils, the school currently serves 2 students, focusing on those with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The ethos of North Star is rooted in providing a nurturing environment that encourages reintegration into mainstream schooling, fostering positive attitudes towards education and enhancing parental involvement.
The curriculum at North Star 265° emphasizes early intervention and tailored support, ensuring that each child receives the guidance necessary for academic and personal growth. The school day includes structured activities such as tutor time, reading, and focused English sessions, aimed at building essential skills in a supportive setting.
North Star 265° is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students, with a strong emphasis on creating a safe and effective learning environment. The school works closely with parents and carers to facilitate successful transitions back to mainstream education, aiming to improve overall engagement and attainment for each child.
The curriculum at North Star 265° emphasizes early intervention and tailored support, ensuring that each child receives the guidance necessary for academic and personal growth. The school day includes structured activities such as tutor time, reading, and focused English sessions, aimed at building essential skills in a supportive setting.
North Star 265° is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students, with a strong emphasis on creating a safe and effective learning environment. The school works closely with parents and carers to facilitate successful transitions back to mainstream education, aiming to improve overall engagement and attainment for each child.
Useful links
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- privacy policy (download)
- NS265 significant change (download)
- Curriculum (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
- 8 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- NORTH STAR ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 85
- Pupils
- 2
- Boys
- 2
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- 100.00
- Open date
- 2024-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 85 | 100.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 85 |
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