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Bradley Stoke Community School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Bradley Stoke Community School is a academy converter special school in Bristol, South Gloucestershire , serving pupils aged 4–18, with 1389 pupils, and a capacity of 1335 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–18

Age range

1,389

Pupils

1,335

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Bradley Stoke Community School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Bradley Stoke Community School follows a different process from mainstream schools. South Gloucestershire assesses each child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) to determine appropriate placement — catchment area does not apply in the same way as mainstream admissions.

Currently oversubscribed: 1389 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1335 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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For more information on how South Gloucestershire assesses EHCP placements and which schools are named, contact the council's SEND team directly. The council must publish its Local Offer explaining available provision.

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Bradley Stoke Community School — School Information

Full address
Fiddlers Wood Lane, Bradley Stoke, Bristol, BS32 9BS
Local authority
South Gloucestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Special
Age range
4–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
10.4% of pupils
DfE URN
137753

Other Special Schools in Bristol

If Bradley Stoke Community School is oversubscribed, these special schools in Bristol are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Bradley Stoke Community School

Is Bradley Stoke Community School oversubscribed?

Yes — Bradley Stoke Community School currently has 1389 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1335 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Bradley Stoke Community School?

Admission to Bradley Stoke Community School is managed by South Gloucestershire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Bradley Stoke Community School cover?

Bradley Stoke Community School is a special school in Bristol, South Gloucestershire, serving pupils aged 4–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Bradley Stoke Community School?

Bradley Stoke Community School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.