The 30 Best School in Bristol

“Today I have finished day 2 of the 2 day reflexology and I can not rate it highly enough! I had no prior knowledge but my goodness, hats off to Georgina, absolutely too notch. She made me feel so relaxed and confident, and really made it all so fascinating. On top of that the building is lovely and fresh, everyone is so welcoming. I have also done the luxury gel manicure and pedicure and can not wait to build my kit (note: I came to enhance my services in a care home and now am totally inspired). Can not rate it highly enough, thank you all so much for a fantastic experience. Charlie”

“What an amazing group! The are like a family and their production of Blood Brothers (December 2022) was the best youth theatre production I have ever seen! What is so amazing is that Julia delivers such a professional, industry-standard drama training whilst teaching her classes in such a warm, kind and inclusive way that everyone feels welcome and valued. If you want to build confidence, learn a plethora of new skills, make friends and develop your talents with a professional who has been in the industry for many years then this is the place for you!!!”

“We have been swimming with Puddle Ducks since our son was 10 weeks old, and he is now 3. He has come on leaps and bounds (quite literally!) He is so confident in the water and the focus on safety gives us sense a reassurance. He absolutely loves swimming and it’s something that we love to do together. The teachers are all amazing (and we’ve particularly loved having Carly and Vicki) and are so passionate, they also make the classes so fun. Thank you Puddle Ducks!”

“The attention to detail and professionalism of Bath Theatre School performances is second to none. My son has loved being a part of the recent show, Les Miserables. Its been amazing for his confidence and he is now loves performing! Thank you so much!”

“We had Gary DJ our wedding and he did an excellent job. The whole night my wife was on the dance floor! She enjoyed it so much I had to get her off as she didn’t realise the evening food had been served an hour ago! I strongly recommend you book him, he read the room very well and played banger after banger and got everyone dancing. He even broke the night up with some dirty dancing and a competition. Thank you so much for a great night Gary!”

“I cannot recommend Little Foxes strongly enough. Our child has loved their two years there and has grown hugely in confidence. They have loved it in all weathers, and to be honest the HQ where they spend breakfast and tea club alone is better than other nurseries we've spent time in. Little Foxes are so creative in how they use the woods and give the kids really healthy levels of responsibility from a young age. Thank you Little Foxes!”

“I’d really wanted to get into guitar for years and I’ve found Richard to be an amazing gateway and teacher! I really enjoy playing some of my favourite songs (lots of Bowie ;)) and I’ve even had the chance to play in open mic nights which I’ve really enjoyed.”

“Can't recommend Greg and the HD team highly enough! My two kids and I did our Open Water course with HD. From the pool classes to the open water referral dives, everything was done in a relaxed, enjoyable, SAFE way. Greg has to be one of the most calm people around - it clearly rubs off on all other dive instructors too!”

“Both of my children attended Sunbeams, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. The team is wonderfully supportive and worked closely with us to create a warm, nurturing environment where my kids could thrive. We are truly grateful for their dedication and hard work.”

“Kelly's tuition and guidance in dealing coolly with scenarios and situations is invaluable. I've made life long connections with the other members of the group as well.”

“Our son loved his experience with Academic Camp Canada. The course challenged him in an engaging way and he really bonded with his fellow campers. Meeting other young people from all over the world was an eye-opening experience and has resulted in lasting friendship. The extra curricular activities and trips gave him the opportunity to explore the local area in Nova Scotia. The camp provided a great balance of summer fun and academic activity. I would highly recommend for young people keen to broaden their horizons in a supportive setting. A huge thank you to the staff team at Academic Camp Canada!”

“The ladies at Bristol Beauty school are just fantastic. Their depth of knowledge is amazing. I left very at ease and throughly enjoyed every course I’ve done with them. I can’t recommend enough. Thank you ladies.”

“We had a Glow in the dark dodge ball party for my little boy's 7th birthday and it was absolutely brilliant! I had lots of great feedback from other parents and all of the children through it was brilliant. They all went home very sweaty after having lots of fun running around for an hour. I would highly recommend these guys to anyone who was looking for a fun, active and stress free party for a little one.”

“Just bought an air rifle via the Shop. Great service from Lewis. Then tried it out on their air rifle range. Perfect way to spend the afternoon.”

“Marcus is just the best instructor. He is calm, patient and made Natalie feel at ease. She always looked forward to the lessons and after passing 1st time, is a happy and confident driver. Thank you.”

“Dance Mums Bristol is really Brilliant! I had no previous dance experience but Svetlana was super Welcoming and skilled at catering to all abilities. It has been so much fun and my baby has loved it too! I would highly recommend this class.”

“Rad and Lise’s capoeira classes have been a big part of both my daughter’s lives for years. They create a really lovely, welcoming environment where the kids feel free to express themselves and explore all sorts including: singing, learning Portuguese, playing instruments, as well as learning the capoeira moves. It’s a great all round club for kids and adults. Would highly recommend.”

“Training Krav Maga has been an amazing experience! Jim, the coach is incredibly knowledgeable, motivating, and always makes sure everyone feels welcome. The group is full of friendly, supportive people, which creates a great atmosphere for learning. Every class is challenging but rewarding, and I always leave feeling stronger and more confident. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for effective self-defense training and a fantastic community!!! Best place ever to spend your evenings workouts.”

“We can't praise the school highly enough, my daughter has been attending for 9 years and absolutely loves her dance lessons. The teachers are professional, dedicated and take time to get to know the children, whilst delivering lessons which are fun and engaging. My daughter enjoys the balance of discipline and exam preparation along with the outstanding whole school shows. If you're looking for a professional dance school, look no further.”

“The best experience I've had in years. Warm, welcoming instructors who are also extremely patient and not lacking in a sense of humour! Have learnt loads already and looking forward to many years of dancing to come because of the few short weeks that Eric has been my teacher. Thank you”

“A genuine five star community with amazing coaches. Haven’t missed a class since I joined! Loving it and would recommend to anyone who’s even in a tiny bit curious about what it’s like. It’ll be worth it even just for the laughs :)”

“Sometimes I feels like we forget how lucky we are to have a professional dance school in our village. Once again you bought a West End level of professionalism to our local theatre. Every step was in time, every move synchronised , every line delivered to perfection. It is one thing singing a song , and boy did they sing, it is another to convey the story at the same time. I had the pleasure of joining “the team” for a short time. From my perch in the gods, it was a true delight to see the self confidence grow in each performer. Through tech and dress rehearsals right up to that final performance, a standing ovation that just would not stop (you have no idea how much that standing ovation means to the team). It’s more than an amazing performance, you teach our children to work as a team, to handle the unexpected with poise and precision, to remain calm and carry on. You support listening and focus, skills constantly eroded by tools like this. This filters into everyday life. You can pick out the children who you nurture at school award events - they hold their heads high, unafraid of the stage. You see them in town giving way and holding doors open whilst others barge through. This production has enriched our family. Our Alexa’s and minds repeating the tunes (constantly!). The Queens are the talk of the dinner table , each of their stories researched and retold. Not only the talk of our house but the school run, supermarket and high street! People humming the songs and cars with windows open pumping out the tunes. Your impact has been far and wide. Congratulations Team The South West School of Dance you truly are nurturing the stars of the future. You give our kids your all and we appreciate it. Enjoy your summer, ready for the new academic year! The Vincent Family”

“Well what an absolute joy! We had a birthday party for my 5 year old boy yesterday and Sam hosted what Jake keeps saying was ‘the best day ever. My birthday was the best’. Start to finish he had all of the children and us adults laughing and relaxed. Sam is hilarious and super natural with the kids. He built rapport immediately and like all of the best teachers still held the attention and respect of the children when they descended in to boy humour delirium mid safety talk. The day was very well planned we did den building day. The marshmallows around the fire were a hit and the kids were all given the confidence to participate and shout answers to questions without fear of being wrong…then when they were wrong Sam’s brilliant sense of humour meant we could all safely giggle along with the children without upsetting anyone. I’m sure we will be back again for many more birthdays from Jake’s friends who came and loved it. And we will definitely be back again for our own days in future too. Thank you for giving my boy the best day ever.”

“My family and I stayed here the night before my wedding. Debbie and Nigel were the loveliest hosts and added so many special touches to my room and in the morning Debbie was totally happy with all my bridesmaids and makeup team decending on the dining room! The rooms and are beautiful and the breakfast is delicious! I really reccomend staying here. I know I'll come back with my new husband!”

“Best choice for distance learning. I found that their ever expanding video bank was a brilliant tool in assisting my learning and helping me develop a better understanding. Despite being a distant learning provider I felt the staff were always quick with any query or problem I had. Thanks Bristol !”

“My son had his first session yesterday and absolutely loved it! They were all so welcoming and made us and him feel very comfortable. The texts with all the information before hand were great to put us at ease too! We can't wait for our next one!”

“Tim facilitated an amazing private SUP tour of Bristol Harbor for me and my friend. The whole booking process was a breeze and on the day itself the faculties were great. Tim was a wonderful guide, freely giving me technical tips to improve my technique even though it wasn’t officially a lesson. I appreciated the added value and I so enjoyed the entire session. If I lived in Bristol I think I’d be down here paddling every week. It’s such a chill, calming activity - Everyone should try paddle boarding with SUP Bristol!!!”

“I was looking around for new studio in Bristol but also one I vibed with good community feeling ❤️❤️ this studio and it's vide is brilliant. I only went to practice today and feeling hyped up everyone talks to each other help each other out it so wholesome can't wait to come back !!! Thanks for being a inclusive space for everybody's BODY! Xxx”

“I have been going to bojangles for years now and I have really enjoyed it! Nicola is an amazing dance teacher, she is a great choreographer the dances she makes are incredible! I would definitely recommend going here if your child would want to start dancing.”

“I've been going to salsa souls for the last 4 years (coming up to 5) and every time I go I come out with a smile on my face. Stellan is a fantastic dance teacher and brings the whole room together. I've seen so much improvement in myself and other students - he really cares about your technique and patiently shows you how to advance. Thanks to him and his lessons over the years, I have so much more confidence and have been able to dance salsa in different countries, including Colombia. If you want to start a new hobby, have fun and learn how to salsa dance well, join Salsa Souls :)”