E-Act Merchants' Academy
76%
Capacity
1,070
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About E-Act Merchants' Academy
E-Act Merchants' Academy is a state-funded None secondary school serving the Bristol, City of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 18. The school has 1,070 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated E-Act Merchants' Academy "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Guy Swallow, it falls under Bristol, City of local authority.
E-Act Merchants' Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 123 applications for 110 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at E-Act Merchants' Academy include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Tennis Courts, Gymnasium, Science Labs, Art Studios, Swimming Pool, Theatre, Astro Turf, Dining Hall, Library, Sixth Form Centre.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Cross Country, Martial Arts and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Model UN, Orchestra, Debate and 5 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 63.9%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Bristol, City of, E-Act Merchants' Academy is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Gatehouse Avenue, Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS13 9AJ |
| Headteacher | Guy Swallow |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 1,070 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 63.9% |
| School Capacity | 1,070 / 1,410 (76% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
12Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
16Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed110
123
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gatehouse Avenue, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS13 9AJ
Gatehouse Avenue, Bristol
Bristol, City of, BS13 9AJ
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