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Bristol Brunel Academy

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Bristol Brunel Academy

Speedwell Road, Speedwell, Bristol, BS15 1NU

Academy sponsor led · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Jun 2013

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

Academic picture

43.6school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

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

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
43.6
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
20.8%
Basics 9-5
40.2%

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

43.6

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2346.946.4
2023/2445.146.4
2024/2543.646.0

Learning progress

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

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23+0.260.00
2023/24+0.240.00
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.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
31.9%
EBacc APS
3.77
EBacc 9-5
11.2%
EBacc 9-4
16.7%
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Nearby secondary schools

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Briarwood School
1.17 km away · Community special school
Outstanding
St Matthias Academy
1.38 km away · Academy alternative provision converter
Good
John Cabot Academy
1.41 km away · Academy sponsor led
Good
Bristol Metropolitan Academy
1.66 km away · Academy sponsor led
Good
Soundwell Academy
1.69 km away · Free schools special
Good

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About Bristol Brunel Academy

Bristol Brunel Academy is a secondary school in Bristol, Bristol, City of. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2013 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 43.6. The school has around 1,299 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Speedwell Road, Bristol, BS15 1NU | More schools in Bristol, City of

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Bristol Brunel Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jun 2023 — School remains Good
  2. Jun 2013 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Bristol Brunel Academy

What is Bristol Brunel Academy's Ofsted rating?
Bristol Brunel Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2013 inspection.
What are Bristol Brunel Academy's latest exam results?
Bristol Brunel Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 43.6. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Bristol Brunel Academy located?
Bristol Brunel Academy is a secondary school in Bristol, Bristol, City of (BS15 1NU).
How many pupils attend Bristol Brunel Academy?
Bristol Brunel Academy has around 1,299 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Bristol Brunel Academy with other schools?
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