- Ofsted:Good or better
Results well above the England average.
65 first choices, 72 offers made
Met the standard at 1177%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.5%
- Pupils
- 481
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.9
Schools in BS8
A postcode district in Bristol
- Postcode district
- 15 schools and nurseries
In short: BS8 is a postcode district in Bristol with 7 primary schools, 4 secondary schools and 8 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries157 primary · 4 secondary · 8 nurseries
Top-rated
All BS8 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in BS8
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in BS8
7 in BS8, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well below the England average.
60 first choices, 59 offers made
Met the standard at 1141%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.7%
- Pupils
- 333
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.7
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
11 first choices, 12 offers made
Met the standard at 1185%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 7.3%
- Pupils
- 114
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.9
Secondary Schools in BS8
4 in BS8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Bristol Grammar School
Bristol, BS8 1SR · Independent · All-through · Ages 4 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,377
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Clifton College
Bristol, BS8 3EZ · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,204
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Clifton High School
Bs8 3jd · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 803
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Nurseries in BS8
8 in BS8, highest Ofsted grade first
Christ Church Clifton Pre-School
Bristol, BS8 3BN · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Clifton Tots Day Nursery
Bristol, BS8 1LT · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Clifton Tots Day Nursery
Bristol, BS8 1BA · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in BS8
4 in BS8, by the school's Eduscope score
Bristol Grammar School
Bristol, BS8 1SR · Independent · All-through · Ages 4 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,377
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Clifton College
Bristol, BS8 3EZ · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,204
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Clifton High School
Bs8 3jd · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 803
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in BS8
4 in BS8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Bristol Grammar School
Bristol, BS8 1SR · Independent · All-through · Ages 4 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,377
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Clifton College
Bristol, BS8 3EZ · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,204
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Clifton High School
Bs8 3jd · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 803
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in BS8, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding2
- Good7
- Not graded yet6
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every BS8 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
BS8 has 15 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in BS8
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about BS8
Nearby areas
How many schools are in BS8?
BS8 has 15 schools, including 7 primary schools, 4 secondary schools, 8 nurseries, 4 independent schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in BS8?
The highest-ranked schools in BS8 on Eduscope are St Johns Church of England Primary School, Clifton, Christ Church Church of England Primary School, Hotwells Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in BS8?
There are 4 independent schools in BS8. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in BS8 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in BS8?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 15 schools in BS8 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.