Explore easiest Bristol secondary schools to get into for 2026/27 based on latest admissions data

Explore the easiest Bristol secondary schools to apply for in the 2026/27 academic year based on the latest admissions data. Here's the full list.

Earlier this week (March 2), families across Bristol received their secondary school offers as part of National Offer Day.

Overall, a total of 4,587 applications were received, down 3.8% on last year’s 4,762.

Some 96.76% of families have been offered one of their top three preferences and 83% have been offered their preference.

Parents and carers will have until March 16 to respond to their offer using the Parental Portal on the Bristol City Council website.

Below are the six Bristol secondary schools which were easiest to get into for 2026/27 based on the admissions data

5. Cotham School

Out of 665 applications (including 162 first preference), 252 spaces were offered, making it a success rate of 37.9% | Cotham School

Out of 665 applications (including 162 first preference), 252 spaces were offered, making it a success rate of 37.3% | Google