Bristol · BS6 6UX
Bristol Waldorf School is a small, day-only preparatory school serving pupils aged 3–11 in the Cotham area of Bristol. Founded on Waldorf educational principles, it emphasizes holistic child development, imaginative play, and artistic integration across the curriculum. With 82 pupils, the school maintains a close-knit, nurturing environment oriented toward emotional and social development alongside academic learning.
Who thrives here
Families seeking an alternative, arts-rich approach to early and primary education; parents valuing emotional development and imagination over conventional academic pressure; children who thrive in creative, play-based settings.
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Redland Hill House, Redland Hill
Bristol
BS6 6UX
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Day fees at Bristol Waldorf School are approximately £9,600 per year (2024/25).
Bristol Waldorf School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Bristol Waldorf School is a day school in Bristol and does not offer boarding.
Ofsted rated Bristol Waldorf School “Requires improvement” (2023).
Frequently praised
✓Nurturing, child-centered approach and strong pastoral care
✓Creative curriculum integration and artistic emphasis
✓Small, intimate community and low teacher-pupil ratios
Common concerns
!Limited conventional academic data and transition planning for selective secondary entry