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- Bristol BS16 1BJ
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Colston's School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Bristol, South West.
It has 784 students from age 2-18 yr.
Tuition fee £233 to £3,925 for the highest grade offered.
At this school, 88% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
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Beginning in Year 7, Colston's Upper School prepares pupils for GCSEs and, ultimately, A Levels in our Sixth Form by guiding them through the secondary stage of their study.
The Year 7 curriculum is structured to cover a wide range of courses, giving students the chance to learn more about the different options available for GCSE-level study.
A Colston education, however, goes much beyond the classroom, with opportunities for service, music, sport, and a variety of clubs all contributing to the distinctive experience the school has to offer.
Every year, a sizable number of pupils from the maintained and independent sectors join the cohort transferring from our Lower School.
All students entering Year 7 go through a thorough induction procedure at the school, which is meant to help them adjust and catch up as quickly as possible when school starts in September. (Our student body is varied, and we accept students from outside of Bristol as well as the city.
We provide a number of academic scholarships for Year 7 admission, as well as prizes for those who succeed in sport, music, and, in Year 9, drama.
Year 9 and Year 12 are the other two main entry stages, however we occasionally accept new students into other year groups as well.
Opportunities for extracurricular participation, leadership, and service are prevalent throughout the school and play a significant role in the all-encompassing education we provide.
Please plan a visit in the Admissions area right away.
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Since I have to convince you that this is a school worth visiting and I don't have much time before you click to the next fascinating page, I'm afraid this is going to be pretty difficult.
Our young people, many of whom are still in their formative years, learn a great deal about themselves and the world they live in at Colston's School, which is a joyful and active place.
Come see Colston's; it's an intriguing location.
If you'll bear with me, I'll try to elaborate on why I believe you should go to Colston's: You should first visit each school you are thinking about because they are all unique.
Feel various," Mr. McCullough?
Are you suggesting that we pick a school based on how it "feels"?
I am sure that the best way to determine if you will be happy at/with a school is to visit, meet the people, the kids and teachers, and soak up the environment. Everyone who attends school is different, but they all need, above all else, to be happy at school.
Beginning in Year 7, Colston's Upper School prepares pupils for GCSEs and, ultimately, A Levels in our Sixth Form by guiding them through the secondary stage of their study.
The Year 7 curriculum is structured to cover a wide range of courses, giving students the chance to learn more about the different options available for GCSE-level study.
A Colston education, however, goes much beyond the classroom, with opportunities for service, music, sport, and a variety of clubs all contributing to the distinctive experience the school has to offer.
Every year, a sizable number of pupils from the maintained and independent sectors join the cohort transferring from our Lower School.
All students entering Year 7 go through a thorough induction procedure at the school, which is meant to help them adjust and catch up as quickly as possible when school starts in September. (Our student body is varied, and we accept students from outside of Bristol as well as the city.
We provide a number of academic scholarships for Year 7 admission, as well as prizes for those who succeed in sport, music, and, in Year 9, drama.
Year 9 and Year 12 are the other two main entry stages, however we occasionally accept new students into other year groups as well.
Opportunities for extracurricular participation, leadership, and service are prevalent throughout the school and play a significant role in the all-encompassing education we provide.
Please plan a visit in the Admissions area right away.
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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 | 2-18 | 4-19 | 3-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Girls | Girls |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 88% | 92% | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 33.30% | 38.00% | 43.30% |
| Day Fees | £233 to £3,925 | £2,446 to £5,106 | £3,860 to £6,470 |
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 | 67.7 | 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 | 88% | 24.39% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% | 36.63% | 42.99% |
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 | 29% | 17.97% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% | 7.39% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% | 10.68% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.93 | 2.61 | 2.82 |
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% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 121 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 80.25% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.96% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | - | 26.46% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.04% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 16.75% | 11.48% |
| 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 | 64.6 | 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 | 76% | 26.45% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 96% | 37.21% | 45.26% |
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 | 34% | 17.84% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% | 8.74% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% | 11.63% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.61 | 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% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 115 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 81.11% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 27.79% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 25.64% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 10.36% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 17.43% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.39% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.64% | 2.15% |
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 | 64.1 | 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 | 79% 7 | 23.03% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 93% 6 | 35.46% | 43.34% |
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 | 25% | 19.08% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% 3 | 6.89% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% 1 | 10.03% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.45 | 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% | 90.21% |
| 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% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | - | 24.96% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 9.21% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.96% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.88% | 2.76% |
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 | 66.3 | 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 | 86% 7 | 25.59% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% 5 | 38.18% | 42.58% |
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 | 21% | 20.59% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% 14 | 7.68% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% 9 | 11.26% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.65 | 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% | 84.86% |
| 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% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | - | 23.43% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.74% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.43% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.48% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.17% | 2.06% |
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 | 58.8 | 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 | 79% | 27.63% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 94% | 39.34% | 43.04% |
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 | 33% | 18.81% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 29% | 10.13% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% | 11.22% | 16.23% |
| 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% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 110 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 55.11% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 30.53% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | - | 25.79% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.32% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.32% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.63% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.84% | 2.46% |
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 | 42.28 | 35.57 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.9 | 35.65 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 33.30% | 24.44% | 13.64% |
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 | - | 292 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | - | 47% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.55% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | - | 25.45% | 21.14% |
| 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 | 44.5 | 37.85 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.49 | 37.97 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 33.3% | 27.01% | 17.69% |
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% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 22.09% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 12.55% | 10.7% |
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 | 42.28 3 | 32.78 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 43.25 4 | 32.72 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 32.5% | 21.98% | 13.04% |
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 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | - | 43.56% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.89% | 7.78% |
| 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 | 39.78 1 | 33.92 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.58 | 33.87 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 22.5% | 21.04% | 13.34% |
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% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.44% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 19.78% | 15.8% |
| 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 | 40.26 | 28.71 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.84 | 30 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 22.0% | 18.27% | 12.63% |
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% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.63% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 29% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.75% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
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| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
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