Special schoolData as of May 2026

Elmfield School for Deaf Children

Sheridan Road, Horfield, Bristol, BS7 0PU

Community special school

Pupils

Ages

2-16

FSM

42.9%

Capacity

Ofsted

Good

Jan 2013

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

N/A

Writing

N/A

Maths

N/A

RWM Combined

N/A

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

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Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

N/A

Basics 9-5

N/A

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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Community & Reviews

What parents say and who teaches here

Parent Reviews

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About Elmfield School for Deaf Children

Elmfield School for Deaf Children is a secondary school in Bristol, Bristol, City of. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2013 inspection). The school has around 50 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Elmfield School for Deaf Children, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

May 2023 — School remains Good
Jan 2013 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Elmfield School for Deaf Children

What is Elmfield School for Deaf Children's Ofsted rating?

Elmfield School for Deaf Children received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2013 inspection.

Where is Elmfield School for Deaf Children located?

Elmfield School for Deaf Children is a secondary school in Bristol, Bristol, City of (BS7 0PU).

How many pupils attend Elmfield School for Deaf Children?

Elmfield School for Deaf Children has around 50 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Elmfield School for Deaf Children with other schools?

View Elmfield School for Deaf Children's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Bristol, City of.