The City Academy Bristol
Russell Town Avenue, Bristol, BS5 9JHOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
The City Academy Bristol is a secondary school in Bristol for ages 11 to 18. It is one of the 168 schools in Bristol. It ranks 39th of 44 secondary schools in Bristol. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in April 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 2 April 2019, report published 6 May 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 26 November 2024
Pupils enjoy attending this vibrant and inclusive school. They are proud to be part of a community where cultural diversity is celebrated. Pupils learn in a safe and tolerant environment. They know they can access 'safe spaces' if they need a calm and quiet area or support from a trusted adult. Pupils who attend the specially resourced provision for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) enjoy school. They are well supported and are becoming more confident learners. The school has high expectations of the pupils that attend City Academy. Typically, pupils live up to these by working hard, behaving and achieving well. If any pupils fall short of meeting these expectations, a clear behaviour policy is followed, and appropriate sanctions are put in place. Pupils appreciate these boundaries and say that they are fair. There are warm, mutually respectful relationships between staff and pupils. Many pupils volunteer to be a member of the school council. Pupils with SEND are well represented and have a strong voice in the school. Governors consider pupils' views when making decisions about the school. Pupils can access a range of extra-curricular activities such as sports clubs, drama and chess club. However, only a minority of pupils take up these opportunities regularly.
What the school should improve
- Teachers' use of assessment does not always check pupils' understanding of the curriculum carefully enough. As a result, some pupils develop misconceptions, which means they do not build their knowledge successfully over time. The trust should ensure that assessment is used effectively in all subjects so pupils are supported to know and remember more.
- Some pupils do not participate in the school's planned work experience or regularly engage in extra-curricular activities. Therefore, their breadth of experience beyond the academic curriculum is more limited. The trust should ensure that more pupils participate in these opportunities so they are well prepared for their next steps.
Exam results
GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25
174 pupils in the year group
Pupil numbers and mix
977 pupils on roll, with places for 975
Schools near The City Academy Bristol
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield High School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 48.9 |
| E-ACT Montpelier High School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Inadequate | Attainment 8: 57.3 |
| Collegiate School | 1 mile | No Ofsted inspection | Attainment 8: 51.4 |
| St Mary Redcliffe and Temple School | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Good | Attainment 8: 54.2 |
| Oasis Academy Temple Quarter | 1 mile | Report card: Expected standard | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- CABOT LEARNING FEDERATION
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr Ben Tucker
- Phone
- 01179413800
- Address
- Russell Town Avenue, Bristol, BS5 9JH
- Local authority
- Bristol
- URN
- 144509
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.