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
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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.

Key details

LA
Wiltshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1174
Pupils
926
Boys
468
Girls
458
FSM %
22.90
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-09-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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