Colston's Girls' School was founded in 1891 and for over a hundred years the school has admirably reflected the spirit of its Merchant Venturers benefactors, maintaining a tradition of excellence and enterprise in all its activities. Set in its own grounds within a mile of the city centre of Bristol, the school has about 500 day pupils between 10 and 18 years.
At Colston's girls are encouraged to realise their full academic potential without distraction or stereotyped expectations. Tomorrow's professional woman will enter an exciting but challenging world. She will be both flexible and adaptable to take advantage of the career opportunities that arise. She will be independent, self-confident, assertive and reliable, always ready to act on her own initiative.
Colston's Girls' School will help her develop these qualities by offering a sound and relevant education in both academic and technical fields, backed by up-to-date careers advice throughout her time at school.
In the Lower School (Years 7-9) we build on the girls' natural enthusiasm, curiosity and desire to experiment through different styles and approaches to learning. We offer a full National Curriculum and, in addition, a second modern language, Latin and Religious Studies.
In the Upper School girls recognise and develop their personal strengths. Each is encouraged to take responsibility - for herself and for her work and for others, both in and out of school.
In this way we aim to give all our pupils a sound preparation for the next stage of their lives, whether in Higher Education or in the wide variety of careers available to them.
A new Modern Languages and Music Building which was opened in September 1996 reflects the School's strengths in this direction. Girls have the opportunity to study French, German, Spanish, Russian and Japanese. There are also sixteen music groups available and tuition in every instrument is open to all girls.
Colston's Girls' School has existed since 1891 to provide education for girls.
