SchoolScoresE-ACT Bristol Academy South
Academy · All-through, ages 3 to 18 · Mixed · Nursery class
Part of E-ACT
Gatehouse Avenue, Withywood, Bristol, BS13 9AJ
0117 301 5000 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Inadequate at the inspection that started on 19 March 2024. This inspection was of the school before it changed to its current form (for example, before becoming an academy).
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
Category of concern: Special measures.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Inadequate |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Inadequate |
| Personal development | Inadequate |
| Leadership and management | Inadequate |
| Early years | Inadequate |
| Sixth form | Inadequate |
| Safeguarding | Not effective |
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
What parents say
59 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 4 September 2023 and 2 September 2024.
Bristol comparisons use the 26 of its 47 state secondary schools with comparable results. The other 21 have no published Parent View results (Ofsted only publishes a survey once at least 10 parents answer) or used Ofsted's newer questions, which we don't compare with the older ones.
| Statement | This school | Bristol | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| My child is happy at this school 25th highest of 26 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Bristol. Higher than 2% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 37% | 79% | 88% |
| My child feels safe at this school 25th highest of 26 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Bristol. Higher than 2% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 36% | 81% | 90% |
| The school makes sure pupils are well behaved 25th highest of 26 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Bristol. Higher than 5% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 37% | 71% | 84% |
| Bullying was dealt with quickly and effectivelyOf 36 parents whose child had been bullied 24th highest of 25 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Bristol. Higher than 4% of 1,665 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 25% | 50% | 49% |
| Concerns were dealt with properlyOf 55 parents who had raised a concern 25th highest of 26 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Bristol. Higher than 5% of 1,736 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 35% | 66% | 75% |
| I would recommend this school to another parent 25th highest of 26 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Bristol. Higher than 3% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 31%said yes | 75% | 84% |
Parents choose whether to take part, so these answers may not represent all families. Figures are the share who agree or strongly agree. England figures are all parents answering the same questions over the same period, for state-funded schools. Bristol figures pool parents at the Bristol schools compared, from each school's latest survey, so survey dates differ between schools. The scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) agreement, and the dot marks this school among state schools of the same phase that used the same survey questions. The third it falls in is coloured: green for the top third, amber the middle, red the bottom. This survey used Ofsted's previous Parent View questions, which changed in November 2025. Source: Ofsted Parent View management information.
Results
Key stage 2 (SATs, age 11), 2024/25
54 pupils in this year group.
15% — 44 points below the Bristol, City of average, and 47 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Bristol, City of | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths | 15% | 59% | 62% |
| Reached the higher standard in reading, writing and maths | 0% | 6% | 8% |
| Met the expected standard in reading | 28% | 73% | 75% |
| Met the expected standard in writing | 28% | 68% | 72% |
| Met the expected standard in maths | 26% | 72% | 74% |
| Average reading scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | 96 | 105 | 106 |
| Average maths scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | 93 | 104 | 105 |
Source: DfE key stage 2 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
124 pupils in this year group.
18% — 28 points below the Bristol, City of average, and 28 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Bristol, City of | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 18% | 46% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 29.5 | 46.4 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 2.4 | 4.1 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
124 pupils in this year group.
These results were published under the school's previous registration (URN 135597), before it changed to its current form.
85% — 7 points below the Bristol, City of average, and 8 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Bristol, City of | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 85% | 92% | 93% |
| School sixth form | 44% | 39% | 36% |
| Sixth form college | 7% | 13% | 13% |
| Further education college | 27% | 29% | 35% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 3% | 3% |
| Work | 6% | 4% | 4% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2023/24 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
| Measure | This school | Bristol, City of | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | Not published | C+ | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | – | 30% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | – | 57% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | Not published | 34.3 | 35 |
"Not published": No pupils were entered.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
43 students in this year group.
These results were published under the school's previous registration (URN 135597), before it changed to its current form.
72% — 7 points below the Bristol, City of average, and 8 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Bristol, City of | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 72% | 79% | 80% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7% | 7% |
| Work | 44% | 33% | 28% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2023/24 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
45 students in this year group.
These results were published under the school's previous registration (URN 135597), before it changed to its current form.
29% — 36 points below the Bristol, City of average, and 37 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Bristol, City of | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 29% | 65% | 66% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 2% | 25% | 24% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2023/24 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Bristol, City of. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
How hard is it to get in (Year 7)?
For the September 2026 intake there were about one first-choice application for every place.
| Places offered | 123 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 112 |
| Of those, offered a place | 112 (100%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 157 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 0.9 · 2025: 0.6 · 2026: 0.9
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
How hard is it to get in (Reception)?
For the September 2026 intake there were about one first-choice application for every place.
| Places offered | 32 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 32 |
| Of those, offered a place | 32 (100%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 70 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 1.0 · 2025: 1.0 · 2026: 1.0
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Bristol, City of | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 1st highest of 46 state secondary schools in Bristol. Higher than 99% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 67.3% | 34.1%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 6th highest of 46 state secondary schools in Bristol. Higher than 91% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 5.8% | 3.9%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 8th highest of 46 state secondary schools in Bristol. Higher than 94% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 23.0% | 17.4%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 18th highest of 46 state secondary schools in Bristol. Higher than 56% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 14.5% | 20.8%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 42nd lowest of 46 state secondary schools in Bristol. Lower than 1% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 15.3% | 10.0%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 45th lowest of 46 state secondary schools in Bristol. Lower than 1% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 43.4% | 28.2%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 41st lowest of 46 state secondary schools in Bristol. Lower than 4% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 84.7 | 37.4 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 42nd lowest of 46 state secondary schools in Bristol. Lower than 5% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 18.6% | 10.4% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded0 pupils | 0.00% | 0.12% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher 6th highest of 46 state secondary schools in Bristol. Higher than 85% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 18.7 | 16.7 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 36th highest of 46 state secondary schools in Bristol. Higher than 29% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 10.9 | 11.4 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 3rd highest of 46 state secondary schools in Bristol. Higher than 87% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 22.6% | 13.0%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- Bedminster Down School 0.8 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2025) · 39% grade 5+ English and maths
- Bridge Learning Campus 1.0 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 1 strong, 6 needs attention · 23% grade 5+ English and maths
- Oasis Academy Daventry Road 1.9 miles · Ofsted: No graded inspection
- Oasis Academy John Williams 2.1 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 39% grade 5+ English and maths
- Ashton Park School 2.2 miles · Ofsted: Good (2022) · 42% grade 5+ English and maths
- St Bernadette Catholic Secondary School 2.2 miles · Ofsted: Good (2018), confirmed 2025 · 38% grade 5+ English and maths
- LPW Independent School 2.5 miles · Independent · Ofsted: Outstanding (2025)
- Oasis Academy Temple Quarter 2.6 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2025: 6 expected
- Cleve House School 2.6 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
- St Mary Redcliffe and Temple School 2.6 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2025) · 62% grade 5+ English and maths
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is E-ACT Bristol Academy South's Ofsted rating?
E-ACT Bristol Academy South was rated Inadequate by Ofsted at its inspection in 19 March 2024.
How did E-ACT Bristol Academy South do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 18% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 28 points below the England average of 45%.
Would parents recommend E-ACT Bristol Academy South?
31% of the 59 parents who answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 4 September 2023 and 2 September 2024 said they would recommend E-ACT Bristol Academy South to another parent. Parents choose whether to respond, so this may not represent all families.
Is E-ACT Bristol Academy South oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 112 families put E-ACT Bristol Academy South as their first choice for 123 places: about one first-choice application for every place. 112 of those families were offered a place. Whether you get a place depends on the school's admissions rules and where you live.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 151302.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Parent views: Ofsted Parent View, 4 September 2023 to 2 September 2024.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, Key stage 2 2024/25, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2023/24, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2023/24, Going on to university 2023/24.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.