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Sir Bernard Lovell Academy

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Sir Bernard Lovell Academy

North Street, Oldland Common, Bristol, BS30 8TS

Academy sponsor led
Pupils
1,261
Ages
11-18
FSM
18.0%
Attainment 8
44.3
Ofsted
Good
Nov 2021

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
44.3
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
13.9%
Basics 9-5
42.9%

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 (%)

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

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
19.5%
EBacc APS
3.71
EBacc 9-5
7.3%
EBacc 9-4
14.1%
How to read Progress 8 vs Attainment 8Two numbers, two different stories. The 6-min explainer for parents.

A-Level Results (Post-16)

Key A-Level performance measures— 2024/25

APS per Entry
24.46
A*-A Grades
10.2%
A*-B Grades
23.9%
AAB+ %
14.3%

APS per Entry

National avgSelective avg

Grade Distribution (%)

A*-A% / A*-B% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

Based on 78 students entered

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About Sir Bernard Lovell Academy

Sir Bernard Lovell Academy is a secondary school in Bristol, South Gloucestershire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2021 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 44.3. The school has around 1,261 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: North Street, Bristol, BS30 8TS | More schools in South Gloucestershire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Sir Bernard Lovell Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Nov 2021 — Good
  2. Feb 2018 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Sir Bernard Lovell Academy

What is Sir Bernard Lovell Academy's Ofsted rating?
Sir Bernard Lovell Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.
What are Sir Bernard Lovell Academy's latest exam results?
Sir Bernard Lovell Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 44.3. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Sir Bernard Lovell Academy located?
Sir Bernard Lovell Academy is a secondary school in Bristol, South Gloucestershire (BS30 8TS).
How many pupils attend Sir Bernard Lovell Academy?
Sir Bernard Lovell Academy has around 1,261 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Sir Bernard Lovell Academy with other schools?
View Sir Bernard Lovell Academy'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 South Gloucestershire.