Best 3 Secondary schools in Avon – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: The City Academy Bristol (Secondary) in Bristol; Churchill Academy & Sixth Form (Secondary) in Winscombe — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The City Academy Bristol and Churchill Academy & Sixth Form. They are secondary phase and academy sponsor led and academy converter type located around Bristol, Avon and Winscombe, Avon. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (The City Academy Bristol), published May 2019. The lowest is 3 (Churchill Academy & Sixth Form), published May 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Churchill Academy & Sixth Form (May 2023). average roll around ≈ 1,250, combined total ≈ 2,500, typical FSM 30–35%, range 10–15%–45–50%; spread across trusts such as Cabot Learning Federation and Lighthouse Schools Partnership.

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Attribute	The City Academy Bristol BS5 9JH	Churchill Academy & Sixth Form BS25 5QN
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy sponsor led	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Bristol Avon BS5 9JH	Winscombe Avon BS25 5QN
Latest Ofsted	2 6 May 2019	3 16 May 2023
Ofsted report	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 950 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,550 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	45–50% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	975	1698
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy		Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Cabot Learning Federation	Lighthouse Schools Partnership
Website	cityacademybristol.clf.uk	www.churchill-academy.org
Telephone	01179413800	01934852771
SEN provision	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile

The City Academy Bristol

BS5 9JH

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Bristol
Avon
BS5 9JH
Ofsted: 2 6 May 2019
Pupils: ≈ 950 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Cabot Learning Federation
Website: cityacademybristol.clf.uk
Telephone: 01179413800

Churchill Academy & Sixth Form

BS25 5QN

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Winscombe
Avon
BS25 5QN
Ofsted: 3 16 May 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,550 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Lighthouse Schools Partnership
Website: www.churchill-academy.org
Telephone: 01934852771

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.