The short version
Average GCSE results. At capacity.
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 40.8 vs national 43.8)
- This is a Christian school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
- The school is at capacity (95% full)
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
40.8
3.0 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.12
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
16% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 7–18
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Christian
Numbers
- Pupils
- 754
- Capacity
- 95%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Bristol, City of
- Head
- Mr Rupert Heathcote (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Berkeley Place, Clifton, Bristol, Bristol, BS8 1JX
Town setting
Questions parents ask
Is Queen Elizabeth's Hospital a selective school?
Yes. Queen Elizabeth's Hospital has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
How many pupils attend Queen Elizabeth's Hospital?
Queen Elizabeth's Hospital currently has 754 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Queen Elizabeth's Hospital take?
Queen Elizabeth's Hospital caters for pupils aged 7 to 18.
Where is Queen Elizabeth's Hospital?
Queen Elizabeth's Hospital is in Bristol, BS8 1JX, in the Bristol, City of local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Queen Elizabeth's Hospital have a sixth form?
Yes, Queen Elizabeth's Hospital has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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