Number of educational establishments in the Avon area,,, ,,, State-funded schools,Further Education colleges,Independent schools,Higher Education establishments ,,, 57*,6,19**,4 ,,, Source: Learning & Skills Council West of England - 2001,,, * 39 of which have students in VI forms,,, ** 12 of these are in Bristol and only represent independent establishments for 11 to 18 year old pupils,,,