Bristol Cathedral Choir School is a secondary academy in Bristol, South West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Bristol Cathedral Choir School has a Progress 8 score of +0.55 (above the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 56.7, 87% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of B-.
The school has 1,183 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 24.6%, 15% of pupils eligible for free school meals.
After leaving Bristol Cathedral Choir School, student destinations include 58% going on to university and 1% entering apprenticeships.
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Bristol Cathedral Choir School has a Progress 8 score of +0.55, which is above the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 56.7. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
87% of students at Bristol Cathedral Choir School achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Bristol Cathedral Choir School achieve an average A-Level grade of B-. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
The teacher turnover rate at Bristol Cathedral Choir School is 24.6%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Bristol Cathedral Choir School has 1,183 pupils on roll.
15% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Bristol Cathedral Choir School, 58% go on to university and 1% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Bristol Cathedral Choir School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in November 2022 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Bristol Cathedral Choir School is due for reinspection this year (2026).
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Bristol Cathedral Choir School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
1730/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
531/mo
31% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 15.1 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6.4
Bus Stops
22
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Bedminster Rail Station
1.2km away
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.