Priory Community School

URN: 137300 • Weston-Super-Mare BS22 6BP

Overview

Name
Priory Community School
URN
137300
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE PRIORY LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Angelos Markoutsas (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01934511411
Website
Visit
Address
Queensway, Weston-Super-Mare BS22 6BP

Summary

Priory Community School, located in Weston-Super-Mare, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,485 students and a capacity of 1,500. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, where the core values of aspiration, integrity, and respect guide its ethos. Priory aims to develop well-rounded individuals who are confident, responsible citizens, prepared for life beyond school.

The curriculum at Priory is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, equipping students with essential knowledge and skills across various disciplines. The school emphasizes the importance of deep understanding, encouraging students to engage with their local, national, and global contexts. This approach aims to instill a lifelong thirst for learning in all students.

In addition to academic support, Priory Community School prioritises the well-being of both students and staff, creating a happy school community. The school is currently transitioning to ParentPay for all payment processes, ensuring a smooth and efficient system for managing school-related payments. Parents are encouraged to stay informed through the school's website and communication channels.

Key details

LA
North Somerset
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE PRIORY LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1500
Pupils
1485
Boys
732
Girls
753
FSM %
16.90
Open date
2011-08-17
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1485 732 753 1500 16.90
2024-09-11 1502 760 742 1500 16.80
2023-09-11 1480 772 708 1500 13.70
2022-09-11 1480 772 708 1500 13.70
2021-09-11 1426 742 684 1500 12.40
2020-09-11 1392 717 675 1500 11.60

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