Cleve House School
School summary
Cleve House is a small independent school in Bristol, taking children from age two through to eleven, with around 82 on roll. Its intimate scale means pupils are well known to staff, and the Independent Schools Inspectorate rated personal development as excellent at its most recent inspection. The overall ISI judgement was good, though it is worth noting that the inspection found one or more compliance standards were not met, which prospective families may wish to discuss directly with the school. Led by Head Mrs Clare Fraser, the school supports a notably high proportion of pupils with special educational needs.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 25 June 2024
Teaching & academics
The ISI judged the quality of education as good. With roughly a quarter of pupils receiving SEN support, the school clearly works with a range of learning needs, and its small size lends itself to close attention for each child. Eleven-plus entry is available for families seeking a place at this stage.
Head · Mrs Clare Fraser
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 26.83%
- EHC plans
- 14.63%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £7,875
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A small, nurturing Bristol prep where personal development shines; families should ask the school about the unmet compliance standard noted at inspection.
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Cleve House School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.