Preston School Academy
Preston School Academy is a secondary located in Somerset, BA21 3JD. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 983 pupils on roll.
Preston School Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Somerset
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 975
Number of Pupils: 983
Number of Boys: 513
Number of Girls: 470
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 19.1
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-20
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-03-06
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Marsh
Phone: 01935471131
Website: http://www.prestonschool.co.uk/
Location: Monks Dale
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Preston School Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Preston School Academy?
Preston School Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Preston School Academy admit?
Preston School Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Preston School Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Preston School Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Preston School Academy?
Preston School Academy is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Preston School Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Preston School Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Preston School Academy?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Preston School Academy in Somerset. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
