Soundwell Academy

Soundwell Academy is a free school with a special focus, located in the urban area of Kingswood, Bristol, on St Stephens Road. Catering to a mixed-gender student body, the academy serves children aged 5 to 18, with a total enrollment of approximately 140 pupils. The school is designed to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) and Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN). With a capacity for 136 students, it slightly exceeds its maximum capacity, indicating a high demand for its specialized services. The academy operates with a non-selective admissions policy and does not have a religious character, making it accessible to a diverse community. Although the school does not have nursery classes, it does offer a sixth form, providing continuity in education through to pre-university level.