Weare Academy First School
URN: 136601 • Axbridge BS26 2JS
Overview
- Name
- Weare Academy First School
- URN
- 136601
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WESSEX LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Chelsey Dover (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01934732270
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Notting Hill Way, Axbridge BS26 2JS
Summary
Weare Academy First School, located in Axbridge, Somerset, is a Church of England academy catering to children aged 4 to 9 years. With a small enrolment of 151 pupils and a capacity of 150, the school fosters a close-knit, inclusive environment across five classes from Reception to Year 4. The school is committed to high expectations for all students, promoting the ethos that "All Can Achieve," and aims to help each child discover and develop their unique talents.
The school prides itself on its supportive village community and beautiful rural surroundings, creating an ideal setting for learning and personal growth. Weare Academy emphasizes the importance of personal development and citizenship, ensuring that children not only excel academically but also grow as responsible members of their community.
In addition to a strong academic curriculum, Weare Academy provides various support services, including provisions for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and pupil premium initiatives. The school is dedicated to the well-being of its students, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all. For more information, visit their website at http://www.weareacademy.co.uk.
The school prides itself on its supportive village community and beautiful rural surroundings, creating an ideal setting for learning and personal growth. Weare Academy emphasizes the importance of personal development and citizenship, ensuring that children not only excel academically but also grow as responsible members of their community.
In addition to a strong academic curriculum, Weare Academy provides various support services, including provisions for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and pupil premium initiatives. The school is dedicated to the well-being of its students, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all. For more information, visit their website at http://www.weareacademy.co.uk.
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Key details
- LA
- Somerset
- Age range
- 2 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WESSEX LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 150
- Pupils
- 151
- Boys
- 79
- Girls
- 72
- FSM %
- 11.30
- Open date
- 2011-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Somerset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 151 | 79 | 72 | 150 | 11.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 165 | 84 | 81 | 150 | 10.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 184 | 90 | 94 | 150 | 9.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 184 | 90 | 94 | 150 | 9.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 156 | 78 | 78 | 150 | 10.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 130 | 64 | 66 | 150 | 8.50 |
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