Castlefell School
Bristol, South Gloucestershire, South West · BS35 3NS
Castlefell School is a notably small independent in Bristol, with around 25 pupils on roll. That intimate scale shapes everything about the school: classes are tiny, and pupils are likely to be known well by the adults teaching them. The school is co-educational, takes children from age 11, and is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. It is led by Head Wendy Yeo.
25
Pupils
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Overview & data
- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 25
- Location
- Bristol, South Gloucestershire, South West
- Website
- https://www.witherslackgroup.co.uk/our-locations/our-schools/castlefell-school/
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Wendy Yeo
Teaching & academics
Entry at 11 includes an 11+ assessment, so families should plan for the admissions process. With such a small roll, teaching can be highly individualised and pace tailored to each child rather than to a large cohort.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 0%
- EHC plans
- 100%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A genuinely small, family-scale independent in Bristol for parents who value close attention over the bustle of a larger school.
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Castlefell School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Castlefell School located?
Castlefell School is located at Silverhill Brake, Rudgeway, Bristol, BS35 3NS.
What type of school is Castlefell School?
Castlefell School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend Castlefell School?
Castlefell School has approximately 25 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.