Sidcot School

URN: 109362 • Winscombe BS25 1PD

Overview

Name
Sidcot School
URN
109362
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Quaker
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
44.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
James Jones (since 2025) , Headmaster
Telephone
01934843102
Website
Visit
Address
Oakridge Lane, Winscombe BS25 1PD

Summary

Sidcot School is an independent day and boarding school located in Winscombe, North Somerset, with a current enrolment of 616 students and a capacity of 700. Rooted in Quaker principles, the school emphasises values such as truth, integrity, equality, and sustainability, aiming to nurture both academic excellence and personal development. The ethos encourages students to live adventurously, fostering curiosity and a love of learning beyond the formal curriculum.

The school offers a broad educational experience for children aged 3 to 18, with a focus on developing independent, inquiring minds. Sidcot promotes a supportive and inclusive environment, ensuring that each student is recognised as an individual. The community includes a diverse mix of around 30 nationalities, enriching the learning experience and promoting cultural understanding.

In addition to a strong academic programme, Sidcot School provides extensive extracurricular activities, including sports, music, drama, and outdoor pursuits. The school's picturesque 150-acre campus in the Mendip Hills allows for a variety of outdoor learning opportunities, while its proximity to Bristol and Bath offers further enrichment through city-based activities.

Key details

LA
North Somerset
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
700
Pupils
616
Boys
298
Girls
318
FSM %
Open date
1905-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 616 298 318 700
2024-09-11 639 327 312 700
2023-09-11 624 299 325 700 0.00
2022-09-11 624 299 325 700 0.00
2021-09-11 588 291 297 650 0.00
2020-09-11 603 301 302 650 0.00

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