Bridgwater College Academy

URN: 138375 • Bridgwater TA6 4QY

Overview

Name
Bridgwater College Academy
URN
138375
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
All-through
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
BRIDGWATER & TAUNTON COLLEGE TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
56.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jonathan Black (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
01278727327
Website
Visit
Address
Parkway, Bridgwater TA6 4QY

Summary

Bridgwater College Academy (BCA) is an all-through academy located in Bridgwater, Somerset, catering to a mixed-gender student body of 1,576 pupils, with a capacity of 1,880. The academy is dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment, where respect, responsibility, and resilience are core values. BCA aims to provide a high-quality education that equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary for their future success.

The academy offers a seamless curriculum that spans all educational phases, ensuring that student progress is continuous and well-supported. BCA prides itself on building strong relationships with families to enhance student outcomes and well-being. The dedicated staff at BCA are committed to challenging students to reach their full potential and encouraging them to aspire for excellence.

As Somerset's only all-through academy, BCA benefits from a unique position that allows for comprehensive tracking of student progress and tailored support. The academy's ethos is centred on creating a calm and focused learning environment, where students are encouraged to work hard and take pride in their achievements.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
3 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BRIDGWATER & TAUNTON COLLEGE TRUST
Capacity
1880
Pupils
1576
Boys
820
Girls
756
FSM %
36.10
Open date
2012-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1576 820 756 1880 36.10
2024-09-11 1595 828 767 1880 36.50
2023-09-11 1514 777 737 1880 36.10
2022-09-11 1514 777 737 1880 36.10
2021-09-11 1422 724 698 1580 34.10
2020-09-11 1396 708 688 1580 29.90

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