A small and friendly independent primary day school for girls and boys aged 4 to 11. Small class sizes of 16 promote excellent results. Established 50 years.

There are approximately 900 pupils on roll, with nearly 300 in the Lower School and 600 in the Senior School. The facilities are upgraded and extended at regular intervals, and the school has all its amenities, including sports grounds, on site. Recent additions include a classroom block extension, squash courts, sports hall, fully equipped theatre, and re-furbished science laboratories. Located Stapleton, Bristol

All boys' independent school of 630 boys aged 7 to 13. There is a recently opened and expanding Junior School comprising 80 pupils. Located in the City centre in Clifton. QEH is a caring, academic school with top exam results in the South West at A level this year. The school has a Charter from Queen Elizabeth 1 from 1590 and supports pupils in need of financial help. phone 0117-9303040

A truly child-centred form of education, from toddler up to age 16, based on the developmental needs of the children. Pupils are provided with the skills they need to become balanced, well-rounded individuals, and achieve above average academic results. Location: Redland and Cotham.

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