Danesfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Community Middle School
URN: 140631 • Taunton TA4 4SW
Overview
- Name
- Danesfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Community Middle School
- URN
- 140631
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Middle deemed secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BEACON EDUCATION MAT LTD
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 31.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Wayne Randle (Interim) (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01984632581
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- North Road, Taunton TA4 4SW
Summary
Danesfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Community Middle School is located in Taunton, Somerset, and operates as a mixed academy converter. With a current enrollment of 349 pupils and a capacity of 450, the school serves students in the middle deemed secondary phase. Approximately 36.10% of the student population is eligible for free school meals, indicating a diverse socio-economic background.
The school is rooted in Christian values, emphasizing a strong ethos that reflects its Church of England foundation. Danesfield aims to provide a supportive and inclusive environment, where students are encouraged to develop both academically and personally. The curriculum is designed to foster a love of learning, with a focus on British values and the holistic development of each child.
Parents can access a range of information on the school's website, including details about clubs, attendance policies, and admission arrangements. Danesfield is committed to engaging with the community and providing a nurturing atmosphere that prepares students for future challenges.
The school is rooted in Christian values, emphasizing a strong ethos that reflects its Church of England foundation. Danesfield aims to provide a supportive and inclusive environment, where students are encouraged to develop both academically and personally. The curriculum is designed to foster a love of learning, with a focus on British values and the holistic development of each child.
Parents can access a range of information on the school's website, including details about clubs, attendance policies, and admission arrangements. Danesfield is committed to engaging with the community and providing a nurturing atmosphere that prepares students for future challenges.
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Key details
- LA
- Somerset
- Age range
- 9 - 13
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BEACON EDUCATION MAT LTD
- Capacity
- 450
- Pupils
- 349
- Boys
- 183
- Girls
- 166
- FSM %
- 36.10
- Open date
- 2014-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Somerset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 349 | 183 | 166 | 450 | 36.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 368 | 192 | 176 | 450 | 35.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 363 | 179 | 184 | 492 | 25.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 363 | 179 | 184 | 492 | 25.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 326 | 164 | 162 | 492 | 23.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 323 | 160 | 163 | 492 | 18.60 |
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