Stanchester Academy

URN: 137080 • Stoke-sub-Hamdon TA14 6UG

Overview

Name
Stanchester Academy
URN
137080
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
BRIDGWATER & TAUNTON COLLEGE TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gregg Mockridge (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01935823200
Website
Visit
Address
East Stoke, Stoke-sub-Hamdon TA14 6UG

Summary

Stanchester Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Stoke-sub-Hamdon, Somerset, catering to students aged 11 to 16. As an academy converter, it operates independently while following the national curriculum. The school currently has 812 pupils, with a capacity of 880, and approximately 19.6% of students are eligible for free school meals, indicating a diverse socio-economic demographic.

The academy is committed to providing a supportive learning environment that fosters academic achievement and personal development. It offers a range of resources, including a dedicated focus on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), as well as initiatives aimed at raising achievement for Year 11 students. Stanchester Academy also emphasizes the importance of home learning and career readiness, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future pathways.

Community engagement is a key aspect of Stanchester Academy’s ethos, promoting strong relationships with local stakeholders and parents. The school’s governance structure supports its mission to create a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere where all students can thrive academically and socially. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at http://stanchester-academy.co.uk/.

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Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BRIDGWATER & TAUNTON COLLEGE TRUST
Capacity
880
Pupils
812
Boys
431
Girls
381
FSM %
19.60
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-10-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 812 431 381 880 19.60
2024-09-11 791 422 369 880 18.30
2023-09-11 774 413 361 880 14.90
2022-09-11 774 413 361 880 14.90
2021-09-11 731 375 356 880 13.40
2020-09-11 678 361 317 880 12.50

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