King Arthur's Community School

URN: 123869 • Wincanton BA9 9BX

Overview

Name
King Arthur's Community School
URN
123869
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
34.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jim Gower (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
West Hill, Wincanton BA9 9BX

Summary

King Arthur's Community School, located in Wincanton, Somerset, is a mixed secondary school catering to students aged 11-16. With a current enrolment of 342 pupils against a capacity of 700, the school fosters a close-knit community atmosphere where every student is known and valued. The school is part of the Sherborne Area Schools’ Trust (SAST), which enhances educational collaboration across the region, ensuring high-quality learning experiences.

The school's ethos centres on the belief that every child deserves equal educational opportunities and the support to reach their full potential. King Arthur's aims to create a challenging and inclusive environment that promotes both academic achievement and personal development. The school encourages students to be 'Ready, Respectful, Responsive' and strives to nurture confidence and resilience through a diverse range of learning opportunities.

In addition to academic support, King Arthur's Community School places a strong emphasis on mental health and wellbeing, ensuring that students thrive in a caring and respectful environment. The school is committed to preparing students for life beyond education, equipping them with the skills and attributes necessary to contribute positively to society.

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Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
700
Pupils
342
Boys
169
Girls
173
FSM %
15.20
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2019-03-31
Last Ofsted
2017-11-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 342 169 173 700 15.20
2024-09-11 342 169 173 700 15.20
2023-09-11 342 169 173 700 15.20
2022-09-11 342 169 173 700 15.20
2021-09-11 342 169 173 700 15.20
2020-09-11 342 169 173 700 15.20

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