The Blue School
URN: 137285 • Wells BA5 2NR
Overview
- Name
- The Blue School
- URN
- 137285
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE BLUE SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 67.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Woodlock (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01749678799
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kennion Road, Wells BA5 2NR
Summary
The Blue School, located in Wells, Somerset, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrollment of 1,357 students, out of a capacity of 1,640. The school aims to provide a supportive and inclusive environment for all pupils, with a focus on academic achievement and personal development. Approximately 17.9% of students are eligible for free school meals, indicating a diverse socio-economic background within the school community.
The curriculum at The Blue School is designed to cater to a wide range of interests and abilities, offering a variety of subjects and extracurricular activities. The school emphasizes the importance of fostering a love for learning and encourages students to engage actively in their education. Support systems are in place to assist students in their academic and personal growth, ensuring that they are well-prepared for future challenges.
As part of its commitment to the local community, The Blue School actively engages with parents and local organizations, promoting a strong partnership that enhances the educational experience. The school’s ethos revolves around respect, responsibility, and resilience, preparing students to become well-rounded individuals. For more information, visit their website at [The Blue School](https://www.theblueschoolwells.co.uk/).
The curriculum at The Blue School is designed to cater to a wide range of interests and abilities, offering a variety of subjects and extracurricular activities. The school emphasizes the importance of fostering a love for learning and encourages students to engage actively in their education. Support systems are in place to assist students in their academic and personal growth, ensuring that they are well-prepared for future challenges.
As part of its commitment to the local community, The Blue School actively engages with parents and local organizations, promoting a strong partnership that enhances the educational experience. The school’s ethos revolves around respect, responsibility, and resilience, preparing students to become well-rounded individuals. For more information, visit their website at [The Blue School](https://www.theblueschoolwells.co.uk/).
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- The Blue School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Somerset
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BLUE SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 1640
- Pupils
- 1357
- Boys
- 693
- Girls
- 664
- FSM %
- 17.90
- Open date
- 2011-08-17
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Somerset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1357 | 693 | 664 | 1640 | 17.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1434 | 729 | 705 | 1640 | 15.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1500 | 766 | 734 | 1640 | 13.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1500 | 766 | 734 | 1640 | 13.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1508 | 758 | 750 | 1640 | 12.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1474 | 729 | 745 | 1640 | 11.30 |
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