North Star 240

North Star 240° focuses on reshaping the future for students by providing a safe, fun, and happy environment. The school emphasizes the importance of building resilience, confidence, and social skills, while maintaining a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.

The school offers a secondary curriculum with a daily focus on English, utilizing programmes such as 'Talk for Writing', 'Power of Reading', and 'Accelerated Reader' to develop literacy skills. The academic programme includes dedicated SPaG (Spelling, Punctuation, and Grammar) lessons for Key Stage 3, and students are prepared for accredited qualifications through developmental sequencing and formative assessments.

The school aims for all students to achieve an accredited qualification in English that supports their chosen post-16 destination. The curriculum is designed to ensure students develop functional literacy and life skills, such as money management and cooking, to enable them to live and work successfully as independent individuals.

The school specializes in supporting pupils aged 11-16 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and associated learning difficulties. It employs a dedicated SENCo and a reading intervention assistant to support students who are working below their expected reading age, and provides extensive resources for parents regarding mental health, online safety, and anti-bullying.

The school provides information for parents and carers regarding admissions and school attendance, acknowledging that attending school can be challenging for students with SEND. Prospective families are encouraged to contact the school directly for further information.

The school operates on a six-term academic year. The 2025-2026 calendar includes scheduled INSET days, staggered start dates for students, and designated school holidays throughout the year.

The school is located in Lawrence Weston, Bristol. It provides dedicated spaces for learning and development, including facilities for practical subjects like cooking.

Students participate in a variety of activities, including a school council that meets regularly to discuss student matters. The school also hosts events such as Careers Week, which involves partnerships with local organizations like Bristol Works, and students have opportunities to engage in competitive sports, such as football tournaments.