LEADERSHIP
welcome
“Pupils value how the school celebrates their individual and collective achievements, such as flying a winning ‘House’ flag each term.
This helps pupils learn to co-operate and recognise each other’s strengths.”
Ofsted February 2024
Head of School
It is my pleasure to warmly introduce Avanti Gardens School. We are a vibrant and inclusive two-form entry primary school in Fishponds, Bristol, serving children and families from the surrounding community. From Nursery to Year Six, we provide an inspiring and nurturing education shaped by educational excellence, character formation and spiritual insight.
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We are proud of our inspirational children, dedicated staff team and beautiful historic setting, which encourages creativity, curiosity and a love of learning. Our aim is for every child to feel valued as an individual, challenged to achieve their best and supported to grow both personally and academically.
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Through a broad and ambitious curriculum, children develop strong foundations for future learning while making meaningful connections across subjects and experiences. We encourage learners to think deeply, act with integrity and approach new opportunities with confidence and courage.
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Above all, Avanti Gardens is a caring and welcoming community where children are encouraged to thrive, discover their unique potential and become compassionate changemakers.
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We hope this prospectus offers an insight into life at Avanti Gardens, and we warmly invite you to visit our wonderful school and experience it for yourself. Our doors are always open to families seeking an educational community.
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Lee Francis
Head of School
Executive Principal
Welcome to Avanti Gardens School.
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It is my privilege, as Executive Principal, to welcome you to our vibrant and inclusive school community in Bristol. Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make, and we are delighted that you are considering Avanti Gardens as part of that journey.
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At Avanti Gardens, everything we do is guided by three core pillars: educational excellence, character formation and spiritual insight. We believe every child should achieve their full academic potential while developing the confidence, compassion and wisdom to make a positive contribution to the world around them.
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Our curriculum is ambitious, rich and engaging, with strong foundations in reading, writing and mathematics. Alongside this, creativity, curiosity and exploration are woven throughout school life. Children are encouraged to discover new interests, pursue their passions and develop a lifelong love of learning.
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Stories sit at the heart of our approach. Through literature, discussion, performance and reflection, storytelling helps children understand themselves, appreciate others and make sense of the world around them. It nurtures empathy, curiosity and imagination, while helping to bring learning to life.
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We are also proud of our thriving creative culture. Music, drama, dance and the arts are an integral part of the Avanti Gardens experience, providing opportunities for children to express themselves, perform with confidence and experience the joy of creating something meaningful together.
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Our beautiful school grounds play a special role in this journey. Set within one of Bristol's most inspiring primary school sites, they offer children space to explore, play, reflect and connect with nature, creating experiences and memories that last a lifetime.
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Above all, Avanti Gardens is a community. We are a school where children feel known, safe and valued; where strong relationships underpin great learning; and where every child is supported to flourish. We hope this prospectus offers a glimpse into life at Avanti Gardens, and we look forward to welcoming you and your family to our community.
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Mr Penny
Executive Principal