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Elmfield School for Deaf Children

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Elmfield School for Deaf Children

Sheridan Road, Horfield, Bristol, BS7 0PU

Community special school · Ages 2–16 · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Jan 2013

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

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Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

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RWM Combined
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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
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Progress 8?
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9-7 Grades
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Basics 9-5
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Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

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National · same year

46.0

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/247.946.4
2024/25Not available46.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

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National · same year

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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24-0.810.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

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

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Nearby secondary schools

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Bristol Free School
0.44 km away · Free schools
Good
Redmaids' High School
0.81 km away · Other independent school
Badminton School
1.39 km away · Other independent school
Grace Garden School
1.41 km away · Other independent special school
Claremont School
1.57 km away · Community special school
Good

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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. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Sheridan Road, Bristol, BS7 0PU | More schools in Bristol, City of

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. May 2023 — School remains Good
  2. Jan 2013 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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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?
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