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Bristol Brunel Academy Catchment Area

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

Bristol Brunel Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Bristol, Bristol, City of , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1299 pupils, and a capacity of 1160 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,299

Pupils

1,160

Capacity

112%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Bristol Brunel Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Bristol Brunel Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bristol, City of. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 1299 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1160 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Bristol, City of before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Bristol Brunel Academy — School Information

Full address
Speedwell Road, Speedwell, Bristol, BS15 1NU
Local authority
Bristol, City of
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
35.4% of pupils
DfE URN
135300

Other Secondary Schools in Bristol

If Bristol Brunel Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bristol are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Bristol Brunel Academy

Is Bristol Brunel Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Bristol Brunel Academy currently has 1299 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1160 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Bristol Brunel Academy?

Admission to Bristol Brunel Academy is managed by Bristol, City of. 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 Bristol Brunel Academy cover?

Bristol Brunel Academy is a secondary school in Bristol, Bristol, City of, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Bristol Brunel Academy?

Bristol Brunel Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.