Marchant Holliday School

URN: 123920 • Templecombe BA8 0AH

Overview

Name
Marchant Holliday School
URN
123920
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Boys
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Sellick (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
0196333234
Website
Visit
Address
North Cheriton, Templecombe BA8 0AH

Summary

Marchant Holliday School is an independent special school located in Templecombe, Somerset, catering specifically to boys aged 5-13 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school operates as a registered charity and provides both weekly boarding and day placements, with a current enrolment of 51 pupils against a capacity of 75. The institution is committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment that fosters the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development of its students.

The school's ethos emphasizes the importance of self-worth, academic progress, and the development of life skills and moral values. Staff members are dedicated to ensuring high standards of care and education, working closely with pupils to promote positive relationships and a sense of well-being. The curriculum is designed to be broad and balanced, incorporating creative learning experiences that inspire confidence and celebrate individual achievements.

Marchant Holliday School places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and child protection, supported by a committed governing body and effective collaboration with external agencies. The school aims to be a welcoming community for parents, encouraging their involvement in the educational journey of their children.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
5 - 14
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
75
Pupils
51
Boys
51
Girls
0
FSM %
Open date
1957-10-09
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 51 51 0 75
2024-09-11 49 49 0 56
2023-09-11 49 49 0 56 0.00
2022-09-11 49 49 0 56 0.00
2021-09-11 48 48 0 56 0.00
2020-09-11 45 45 0 56 0.00

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