Winterbourne Academy
Bristol, BS36 1JL · South Gloucestershire · secondary school
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10th of 16 secondary schools in South Gloucestershire we can score, 17 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 739 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.0/10 among them, against 5.7/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 16 | 35% | 0.55 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 52.1 · 67 | 30% | 2.01 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.16 · 38 | 25% | 0.95 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 50.6 · 72 | 10% | 0.72 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Winterbourne Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.7% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 52.0, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.16 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally starting from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7 out of 10 among them, against 6.4 out of 10 nationally. Ofsted inspected the school in April 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,741 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,880. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to improve their Progress 8 scores? What specific support is available for students aiming to raise their Attainment 8? How does the new Ofsted framework affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Winterbourne Academy
Overview
Winterbourne Academy is described as a school where pupils "enjoy being part of" the community and feel "safe and well cared for." The report states that the school meets the "Expected standard" across all evaluation categories, with leaders ensuring a "culture of high expectations" and pupils achieving well overall.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well, with many subjects performing "above national averages at GCSE" and a "secure understanding of reading, writing and mathematics."
- Attendance and behaviour are positive, contributing to a "calm and orderly atmosphere" where bullying is "uncommon" and addressed promptly.
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," with teachers using "secure subject knowledge to explain concepts clearly."
- Inclusion is strong, with a "Wellbeing Hub" supporting mental health and effective partnerships for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Post-16 students follow a "well-designed study programme" and are "very well informed about their future options."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teachers use assessment strategies skilfully to address misconceptions so all pupils progress well.
- Teachers must consistently use their knowledge of pupils to make effective adaptations that remove barriers to learning.
- Leaders should refine actions to remove barriers to attendance so pupils attend regularly.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 47.9 |
| 2024/25 | 52.0 |
| 2025/26 | 50.6 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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