Collegiate School
Bristol, South West · BS16 1BJ
Spanning the full age range from 3 to 18, Collegiate School is an independent, co-educational school in Bristol with around 789 pupils, of whom 142 are in the sixth form. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated it excellent for both education quality and personal development, with all compliance standards met. With nearly one in five pupils receiving SEN support, the school combines academic ambition with attention to individual needs. It suits families seeking a through-school under one roof, led by Headmaster Jeremy McCullough.
789
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£20,055
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-18
- Pupils
- 789
- Location
- Bristol, South West
- Website
- https://collegiate.org.uk/
- Telephone
- 01179 655207
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Headmaster Jeremy McCullough
Latest results
Attainment 8
51.4
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
GCSE grade 9-7
58%
A-level A*-A
46%
A-level A*-B
78%
Teaching & academics
Results sit comfortably above national benchmarks, with an Attainment 8 score of 51.4 against the national average of 46.9 and 58% of GCSE grades at 9-7. At A-level, 46% of entries reach A*-A and 78% A*-B, with maths and the sciences featuring among the most popular choices alongside humanities and social sciences. Pupils can take GCSEs, A-levels and the EPQ, and French and Spanish are offered as modern languages.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 142
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 17.6%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Sport is well established, with rugby, cricket, netball and tennis among the main games. Scholarships are available in academic work, art, music and sport, reflecting strengths that extend beyond the classroom.
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
Pupils are permitted to bring mobile phones but their use is restricted
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £20,055
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 19 March 2024
The last word
A through-school with ISI-rated excellence and solid results above the national average. A strong option for Bristol families wanting continuity from early years to sixth form.
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Collegiate School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Collegiate School located?
Collegiate School is located at Stapleton, Bristol, BS16 1BJ.
What type of school is Collegiate School?
Collegiate School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend Collegiate School?
Collegiate School has approximately 789 pupils on roll.
What is Collegiate School's inspection rating?
Collegiate School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 19 March 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.