- A mixed non-selective secondary school with academy status.
- The school has a strong musical tradition — until 2008 it was Bristol Cathedral School, part of Bristol Cathedral. Choristers of the cathedral continue to be educated at the school.
- Weekly assemblies, occasional services and school concerts are held in Bristol Cathedral.
- Former pupils are said to include the influential and mysterious graffiti artist Banksy. He has neither confirmed nor denied ever attending the school.
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