Oakfield Academy
URN: 136970 • Frome BA11 4JF
Overview
- Name
- Oakfield Academy
- URN
- 136970
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Middle deemed secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 40.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Michelle Parsons (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01373462539
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Oakfield Road, Frome BA11 4JF
Summary
Oakfield Academy is a mixed middle deemed secondary academy located in Frome, Somerset, with a current enrolment of 529 pupils and a capacity of 696. The academy is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, aiming to help every student achieve their full academic potential. The vision of Oakfield Academy emphasises the importance of well-being, resilience, and creativity, preparing students for a rapidly changing world.
The curriculum at Oakfield Academy, known as the Oakfield Infinity Curriculum, covers a broad range of subjects, including a comprehensive history programme that explores significant events from Prehistoric times to the 20th Century. The academy employs both traditional and modern teaching methods to engage students and enhance their learning experience.
In addition to academic support, Oakfield Academy promotes a strong sense of community through various initiatives, including an active Academy Council and opportunities for students to participate in extracurricular activities. The school encourages parental involvement and aims to create a happy, healthy environment where students can thrive both academically and personally.
The curriculum at Oakfield Academy, known as the Oakfield Infinity Curriculum, covers a broad range of subjects, including a comprehensive history programme that explores significant events from Prehistoric times to the 20th Century. The academy employs both traditional and modern teaching methods to engage students and enhance their learning experience.
In addition to academic support, Oakfield Academy promotes a strong sense of community through various initiatives, including an active Academy Council and opportunities for students to participate in extracurricular activities. The school encourages parental involvement and aims to create a happy, healthy environment where students can thrive both academically and personally.
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Nearby alternatives
- Selwood Academy (62.6)
- Oakfield School (45.2)
- Selwood Anglican/Methodist Middle School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Somerset
- Age range
- 9 - 13
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 696
- Pupils
- 529
- Boys
- 235
- Girls
- 294
- FSM %
- 29.90
- Open date
- 2011-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-01-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Somerset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 529 | 235 | 294 | 696 | 29.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 557 | 256 | 301 | 696 | 28.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 628 | 315 | 313 | 696 | 20.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 628 | 315 | 313 | 696 | 20.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 663 | 347 | 316 | 696 | 17.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 663 | 344 | 319 | 696 | 14.50 |
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