Tucked away in a corner of Southmead we have a dedicated, talented and exceptionally caring staff who are ambitious for and champion every single child to be the best they can be. We have a fantastic environment to support and inspire children, and an ethos that believes in the potential of each and every child. We place a high value on well-being and mental health, alongside academic achievement.

Ofsted visited us in September 2022 and judged us to be GOOD in all areas which is a judgement we are very proud of. 

Our school motto ‘working together, achieving together’ underpins our commitment to working collaboratively with our learners, parents and carers and the local community, so that when our children move on from Fonthill they know that they have achieved personal, social and academic success.

We are part of Trust in Learning (Academies) (TiLA), a local  Multi-Academy Trust, (tilacademies.co.uk) which supports our collaborative work. Within Trust in Learning, we are committed to equalities in all aspects of our work. We strive to achieve a cohesive community where all members feel respected, valued and fully included in school life. We offer breakfast club and after-school club to support families in every way that we can. 

Co-Headteachers | Mrs Karlina Lock and Mrs Nicola Hughes 

If you're searching for your next education job, please get in touch. You'll be working for a great employer and be part of a friendly, helpful team. We're always interested to hear from enthusiastic, committed education professionals - send us your CV now via our Talent Pool and detail what sort of role you're looking for. By joining our Talent Pool we'll know you're interested in working here when the right vacancy comes up.

Our school councillors are elected three times a year. This means that 6 children get to represent their class over the course of the year. One person is elected from the class vote and one person is elected by teacher choice. All children have to present to their class why they should be chosen and the final vote is cast in an election.

This year 2022 - 2023 the school council have been very busy! They have:

Organised and analysed a whole school anti-bullying and well-being questionnaire.

Completed an e-safety newsletter about Safer Internet day.

Produced posters and shared a new book with each class about what to do if they are worried.

Produced an anti-bullying child friendly poster for our Say No to Bullying policy.

Helped to organise KS1 playground buddies to support with play at lunchtime.

Organised a FIRE display in the school hall with work and photos.

Presented their work in a whole school assembly with parents invited. 

Amplify Education: A Bold New Voice for Bristol

Amplify Education is the result of the merger between two highly respected organisations—Trust in Learning Academies (TiLA) and Cathedral Schools Trust (CST). This new Trust will bring together the complementary strengths, expertise, and shared values of both organisations, forming a collaborative force committed to excellence, inclusion, and innovation in education.

About Amplify Education

Amplify Education is the largest Bristol-based multi-academy trust, serving approximately 12,000 pupils across 22 schools and covering diverse communities and geographies.

Amplify Education is deeply rooted in Bristol and is dedicated to serving its communities, with a focus on addressing educational challenges, promoting social mobility, and fostering unity and pride.

Amplify works closely with local partners, families, and schools to ensure every child has access to high-quality education, creative, musical, and academic opportunities, and a strong sense of belonging.

If you'd like to learn more, please click here.