The short version
Average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2022).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 45.8 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2022
- The school is at capacity (108% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
45.8
2.0 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
42%
0.2pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
15%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
D
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.54
Band 4Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
90%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
82%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
7%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
6%
Based on 209 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 20 days per year on average — over a month of school.
26% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
6% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 17 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 16 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 81 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,252
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 23.8%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Bristol, City of
- Trust
- EXCALIBUR ACADEMIES TRUST
- Head
- Mr Richard Uffendell
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
1 official report linked on this page.
Location
Blackmoor's Lane, Bower Ashton, Bristol, BS3 2JL
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmAshton Vale Primary School
Primary · 763m away
Ashton Gate Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Luckwell Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Hotwells Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Compass Point Primary School
Primary · 1.7km away
Northleaze Church of England Primary School
Primary · 1.8km away
Southville Primary School
Primary · 1.9km away
Parson Street Primary School
Primary · 2.0km away
Questions parents ask
Is Ashton Park School a selective school?
No. Ashton Park School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Ashton Park School's Ofsted rating?
Ashton Park School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in November 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Ashton Park School?
Ashton Park School currently has 1,252 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Ashton Park School take?
Ashton Park School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Ashton Park School?
Ashton Park School is in Bristol, BS3 2JL, in the Bristol, City of local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Ashton Park School have a sixth form?
Yes, Ashton Park School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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