Badminton School
Bristol, Bristol, South West · BS9 3BA
Founded in 1858, Badminton School is an independent girls' day and boarding school in Bristol, taking pupils from age 11 through to the sixth form. With around 516 girls and a notably low pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly seven to one, classes are small and individual attention is built into the model. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school good across both education and personal development at its most recent inspection, with compliance requirements met. Just over a fifth of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting a community used to accommodating a range of learning needs. A broad scholarship programme spans academic, music, STEM, sport, all-rounder and legacy awards.
516
Pupils
good
ISI
£23,829
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 11-19
- Pupils
- 516
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 7
- Location
- Bristol, Bristol, South West
- Website
- www.badmintonschool.co.uk
- Telephone
- 0117 905 5200
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Jessica Miles
Latest results
Attainment 8
22.2
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
GCSE grade 9-7
75%
A-level A*-A
50%
A-level A*-B
73%
Teaching & academics
Results at the top end are strong: 75% of GCSE grades fall in the 9-7 range, and at A-level half of all entries reach A*-A with 73% at A*-B. The headline Attainment 8 figure of 22.2 sits well below the national average of 46.9, a measure that does not always reflect the profile of a small, selective independent school and should be read alongside the high proportion of top grades. The sixth form, around 134 strong, leans towards sciences and mathematics, with Physics, Further Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics and Computer Science all popular, and the EPQ available for those who want to pursue independent research.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 134
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 21.12%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Netball is the principal sport, and the languages programme includes Chinese, with the option to take it at both GCSE and beyond. Boarding life adds another dimension to the school week for those who live in.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1858
- Religious character
- Non-denom
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
Pupils allowed to have phones during school day but must not be seen, heard or distract in lessons. Can use with permission for reminders or educational aid. Not allowed in assembly, dining room or communal activities.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £23,829
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £45,639 - £58,746
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- good
- Last inspected
- 2 December 2025
The last word
A small, academically ambitious girls' school where science and maths flourish and the staffing ratio is generous. Day fees reach roughly £23,800 and full boarding up to £58,700, so it suits families seeking a close-knit, selective environment.
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Badminton School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Badminton School located?
Badminton School is located at Westbury Road, Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol, BS9 3BA.
What type of school is Badminton School?
Badminton School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend Badminton School?
Badminton School has approximately 516 pupils on roll.
What is Badminton School's inspection rating?
Badminton School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 2 December 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.