Minehead Middle School

URN: 136774 • Minehead TA24 5RH

Overview

Name
Minehead Middle School
URN
136774
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Middle deemed secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BEACON EDUCATION MAT LTD
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Serious Weaknesses
Ranking score
29.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Laura Mackie (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01643704191
Website
Visit
Address
Ponsford Road, Minehead TA24 5RH

Summary

Minehead Middle School is a mixed academy converter located in Minehead, Somerset, with a current enrolment of 566 pupils and a capacity for 648. The school operates within the middle deemed secondary phase and serves a diverse community, with 27.20% of students eligible for free school meals. The school aims to provide a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters academic and personal growth.

The curriculum at Minehead Middle School encompasses a broad range of subjects, including Mathematics, English, Science, Modern Foreign Languages, and various creative and performing arts. This diverse offering is designed to engage students and encourage them to explore their interests and talents. The school also emphasizes the importance of a strong ethos and values, promoting respect, resilience, and responsibility among its students.

In addition to academic pursuits, Minehead Middle School encourages community involvement and aims to create a welcoming atmosphere for families. The school provides various support systems to ensure that all students can thrive, both academically and socially, preparing them for their future educational journeys. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at [Minehead Middle School](https://www.mineheadmiddleschool.co.uk).

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Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
9 - 13
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BEACON EDUCATION MAT LTD
Capacity
648
Pupils
566
Boys
302
Girls
264
FSM %
27.20
Open date
2011-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 566 302 264 648 27.20
2024-09-11 593 329 264 648 24.80
2023-09-11 595 313 282 648 20.30
2022-09-11 595 313 282 648 20.30
2021-09-11 586 286 300 648 18.40
2020-09-11 575 274 301 648 15.10

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