Pathways Learning Centre is an alternative provision academy in Bristol, South Gloucestershire, for children and young people aged 5 to 16.
- Ages 5–16
- 78 pupils
- Ofsted: Good
School details
- Type
- Alternative provision academy
- Ages
- 5 to 16
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 78 (places for 170)
- Headteacher
- Mr Daniel Walton (Headteacher)
- Part of
- Enable Trust
- Opened
- 1 July 2025
- Free school meals
- 51.9% of pupils eligible
- Council
- South Gloucestershire
- School reference (URN)
- 151471
How to get a place
3 steps
- Talk to your child’s school or the council
Places in alternative provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or South Gloucestershire council, rather than applied for directly.
- If your child has an EHC plan
The placement should be agreed through the plan, with you involved in the decision.
- Get free, independent advice
Your local SENDIASS can explain your options and come to meetings with you.
Questions to ask when you visit
8 questions to tick off as you go
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Ofsted
Rated Good, September 2022
Rated Good at its last graded inspection, in September 2022.
- Quality of educationGood
- Behaviour and attitudesOutstanding
- Personal developmentOutstanding
- Leadership and managementGood
- SafeguardingEffective
Contact and getting there
Overndale Road, Downend, Bristol, BS16 2RQ
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Questions about Pathways Learning Centre
How do I get a place at Pathways Learning Centre?
Places at Pathways Learning Centre are usually arranged by your child’s current school or South Gloucestershire council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does Pathways Learning Centre take?
Aged 5 to 16, boys and girls.
What is Pathways Learning Centre’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Good by Ofsted in September 2022 at its last graded inspection. Newer inspections no longer give a single overall grade, so read the latest report for the full picture.
Where is Pathways Learning Centre?
Overndale Road, Downend, Bristol, BS16 2RQ, in South Gloucestershire.
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