Minster School

URN: 122898 • Southwell NG25 0LG

Overview

Name
Minster School
URN
122898
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Middle deemed secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
72.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
M J Parris (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Nottingham Road, Southwell NG25 0LG

Summary

The Minster School, located in Southwell, Nottinghamshire, is a mixed voluntary aided school with a current enrollment of 1,570 students. As a Church of England Academy, it emphasizes a strong foundation in Christian principles while being inclusive of all faiths. The school aims to provide a balanced education that fosters academic excellence alongside moral and personal development, encapsulated in its motto, “Succeeding Together.”

The curriculum is designed to cater to a diverse range of students, including a Post-16 provision for up to 400 learners and a Junior School for musically talented pupils. The Minster School is also a member of the Minster Trust for Education and plays a pivotal role in educational initiatives, such as the East Midlands East Maths Hub and various teacher training programmes.

Community engagement is a key aspect of the school’s ethos, with strong ties to Southwell Minster enriching the educational experience. The Minster School prioritizes pastoral care and co-curricular activities, ensuring that each student is supported in their growth and development as they prepare for the future.

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Key details

LA
Nottinghamshire
Age range
7 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1541
Pupils
1570
Boys
758
Girls
812
FSM %
3.90
Open date
Close date
2018-11-30
Last Ofsted
2011-11-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Nottinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1570 758 812 1541 3.90
2024-09-11 1570 758 812 1541 3.90
2023-09-11 1570 758 812 1541 3.90
2022-09-11 1570 758 812 1541 3.90
2021-09-11 1570 758 812 1541 3.90
2020-09-11 1570 758 812 1541 3.90

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