Matravers School
URN: 126510 • Westbury BA13 3QH
Overview
- Name
- Matravers School
- URN
- 126510
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 74.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Simon Riding (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01373822666
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Springfield Road, Westbury BA13 3QH
Summary
Matravers School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Westbury, Wiltshire, catering to students aged 11-18. With a current enrolment of 926 pupils and a capacity of 1,174, the school is known for its strong academic performance, offering a grammar-style education without the requirement of passing the 11+ examination. The school occupies a spacious 13-acre site, featuring a blend of traditional and modern facilities, including a recently opened £8.5 million STEM Centre and various specialized blocks for subjects such as English, Humanities, Music, and Drama.
The school is committed to providing a supportive learning environment, focusing on creating opportunities for all students within the Matravers community. It offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including a Combined Cadet Force and various sports, which foster personal development and teamwork. The school’s ethos emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded education, preparing students not only academically but also socially and emotionally for their future.
Matravers School has a rich history, having been established from a bequest in 1814, and has maintained a tradition of stability with only four permanent headteachers since 1966. The current headteacher, Dr Simon Riding, has been leading the school since 2013, continuing its legacy of excellence in education.
The school is committed to providing a supportive learning environment, focusing on creating opportunities for all students within the Matravers community. It offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including a Combined Cadet Force and various sports, which foster personal development and teamwork. The school’s ethos emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded education, preparing students not only academically but also socially and emotionally for their future.
Matravers School has a rich history, having been established from a bequest in 1814, and has maintained a tradition of stability with only four permanent headteachers since 1966. The current headteacher, Dr Simon Riding, has been leading the school since 2013, continuing its legacy of excellence in education.
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Nearby alternatives
- Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School (78.7)
- Royal Wootton Bassett Academy (77.9)
- Malmesbury School (74.7)
- St John's Marlborough (73.9)
- The Stonehenge School (73.5)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 926 | 468 | 458 | 1174 | 22.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 915 | 460 | 455 | 1174 | 22.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 863 | 405 | 458 | 1174 | 21.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 863 | 405 | 458 | 1174 | 21.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 841 | 389 | 452 | 1174 | 20.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 840 | 375 | 465 | 1174 | 17.80 |
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