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Clifton College
- All-through
- Bristol BS8 3JH
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Academic Progress: Performance above national average in GCSE and A-levels.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour is well-managed; personal development as responsible citizens is promoted.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teaching enables good progress with effective behavior management.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying prevention measures are effective; safety standards are met.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Good behavior is promoted effectively within the school's framework.
Outdoor Facilities: Adequate outdoor space provided for physical education and play.
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Clifton College is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Bristol, South West.
It has 1205 students from age 3-18 yr.
Tuition fee £4,100 to £10,045 for the highest grade offered.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
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Established in 1862, Clifton College welcomes boarders from across the UK and the world who join with our day pupils from the vibrant and diverse city of Bristol. The college provides the most modern of facilities set among stunning historic buildings.
We pride ourselves on providing an education where character is as important as capability. Through superb teaching and a wealth of academic choices we make certain that every young person is supported, encouraged and driven to achieve their very best.
Outside the classroom, our pupils are truly fortunate to have such a range of opportunities within the co-curriculum from superb sport coaching to an amazing range of clubs and activities. Here they develop as young people and realise lifelong interests and passions.
All of this is underpinned by our pastoral care, rooted in the House system with its determined focus on seeing every young person make the very most of their time at Clifton, growing into kind, empathetic individuals.
We aim to develop open-minded young people with a real understanding of the world around them, fully prepared for their future in a rapidly changing modern world.
Clifton College has a rich and established heritage with the British Armed Forces and is proud to provide support to the families that serve within it. For over 150 years the College has provided a base for the children of serving Forces and Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office personnel. For more information about fees for forces families please visit our website.
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We pride ourselves on providing an education where character is as important as capability. Through superb teaching and a wealth of academic choices we make certain that every young person is supported, encouraged and driven to achieve their very best.
Outside the classroom, our pupils are truly fortunate to have such a range of opportunities within the co-curriculum from superb sport coaching to an amazing range of clubs and activities. Here they develop as young people and realise lifelong interests and passions.
All of this is underpinned by our pastoral care, rooted in the House system with its determined focus on seeing every young person make the very most of their time at Clifton, growing into kind, empathetic individuals.
We aim to develop open-minded young people with a real understanding of the world around them, fully prepared for their future in a rapidly changing modern world.
Clifton College has a rich and established heritage with the British Armed Forces and is proud to provide support to the families that serve within it. For over 150 years the College has provided a base for the children of serving Forces and Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office personnel. For more information about fees for forces families please visit our website.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
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| Type | Independent Schools | Independent Schools | Independent Schools |
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| Age range | 3-18 | 3-18 | 4-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 40.80% | 37.50% | 46.00% |
| Day Fees | £4,100 to £10,045 | £1,540 to £5,840 | £3,362 to £3,951 |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 27.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 24.39% | 30.02% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 36.63% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 17.97% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 7.39% | 10.92% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 10.68% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.47 | 2.61 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 87.25% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 121 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 80.25% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.96% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 26.46% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.04% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 16.75% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.5% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.5% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 26.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 26.45% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 37.21% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 17.84% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.74% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 11.63% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.6 | 2.61 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 84.43% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 115 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 81.11% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 27.79% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 25.64% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 10.36% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 17.43% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.39% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.64% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 22.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 23.03% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 35.46% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 19.08% | 25.81% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.89% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 10.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.71 | 2.53 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 84.54% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 110 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 77.21% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.33% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 24.96% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 9.21% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.96% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.88% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 28.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 25.59% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 38.18% | 42.63% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 20.59% | 24.74% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 7.68% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 11.26% | 16.02% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.04 | 2.72 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 71.04% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 106 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 55.87% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 22.7% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 23.43% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.74% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.43% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.48% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.17% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 32.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 27.63% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 39.34% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 18.81% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.13% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 11.22% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 78.05% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 110 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 55.11% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 30.53% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 25.79% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.32% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.32% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.63% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.84% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 44.04 | 35.57 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 44.96 | 35.65 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 40.80% | 24.44% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 292 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | - | 47% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.55% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | - | 25.45% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 9.64% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 44.86 | 37.85 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 46.35 | 37.97 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 41.4% | 27.01% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 351 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | - | 49.09% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 22.09% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 12.55% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 42.26 1 | 32.78 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.67 | 32.72 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 34.9% | 21.98% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 393 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 43.56% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.89% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 37.33% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 10.22% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 41.23 | 33.92 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.14 1 | 33.87 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 35.2% | 21.04% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 8 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 75.67% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.44% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 19.78% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 7.56% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 41.32 | 28.71 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 43.03 | 30 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 38.4% | 18.27% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 94.88% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.63% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 29% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.75% | 4.23% |
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Admission and Fees
Admission
Fees
| Program | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Year 12 to Year 13 Sixth Form (Day) | 16-18 yr | £13,170 (Term) |
| Year 9 to Year 11 (Day) | 13-16 yr | £12,950 (Term) |
| Year 7 to Year 8 (Day) | 11-13 yr | £9,350 (Term) |
| Year 4 to Year 6 (Day) | 8-11 yr | £7,135 (Term) |
| Year 3 | 7-8 yr | £6,600 (Term) |
| Year 2 | 6-7 yr | £6,225 (Term) |
| Year 1 | 5-6 yr | £5,660 (Term) |
| Reception | 4-5 yr | £5,370 (Term) |
| Preschool | 3-4 yr | £4,785 (Term) |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 16th Oct 2026 - 1st Nov 2026 |
| Winter Holidays | 10th Dec 2026 - 5th Jan 2027 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2027 - 21st Feb 2027 |
| Spring Holidays | 24th Mar 2027 - 20th Apr 2027 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 28th May 2027 - 6th Jun 2027 |
| Summer Holidays | 8th Jul 2027 - 6th Sep 2027 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 8th Sep 2026 - 16th Oct 2026 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2026 - 10th Dec 2026 |
| Spring Term | 6th Jan 2027 - 12th Feb 2027 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2027 - 24th Mar 2027 |
| Summer Term | 24th Apr 2027 - 28th May 2027 |
| Summer Term-2 | 7th Jun 2027 - 8th Jul 2027 |
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