Somervale Secondary School

URN: 136311 • Radstock BA3 2JD

Overview

Name
Somervale Secondary School
URN
136311
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Joanna Postlethwaite (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01761414276
Website
Visit
Address
Redfield Road, Radstock BA3 2JD

Summary

Somervale Secondary School is a mixed comprehensive academy located in Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset. With a current enrolment of 794 pupils and a capacity of 839, the school prides itself on fostering a supportive and vibrant learning environment. The ethos of the school centres around hard work, kindness, and a passion for learning, with a commitment to maintaining high academic standards and excellent behaviour.

The school offers a broad curriculum for students aged 11 to 18, complemented by a wide range of extracurricular activities aimed at enriching the educational experience. The leadership team, led by Headteacher Ms Joanna Postlethwaite, is dedicated to continuous improvement, focusing on delivering high-quality teaching and learning opportunities.

Somervale School is well-regarded within the local community, benefiting from its attractive campus and specialist facilities. The school aims to create a strong sense of belonging among students, staff, and parents, ensuring that every learner is supported in their educational journey. For more information, visit their website at [Somervale School](http://www.somervaleschool.com).

Key details

LA
Bath and North East Somerset
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
839
Pupils
794
Boys
435
Girls
359
FSM %
23.30
Open date
2010-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 794 435 359 839 23.30
2024-09-11 773 428 345 839 23.40
2023-09-11 629 338 291 839 20.80
2022-09-11 629 338 291 839 20.80
2021-09-11 601 317 284 839 20.90
2020-09-11 534 274 260 839 17.20

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