Mark First and Pre-School CE Academy
URN: 143332 • Highbridge TA9 4QA
Overview
- Name
- Mark First and Pre-School CE Academy
- URN
- 143332
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WESSEX LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Oliver Laken (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01278641262
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Causeway, Highbridge TA9 4QA
Summary
Mark First and Pre-School CE Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Highbridge, Somerset, catering to children aged 2 to 9 years. With a current enrolment of 158 pupils, the school operates slightly above its capacity of 150. The academy is committed to providing a high-quality education within a nurturing and inclusive environment, fostering a love of learning among its students.
The school places a strong emphasis on personal development and encourages children to reach their full potential. The ethos of the academy is rooted in its Church of England foundation, promoting values of respect, kindness, and community. This supportive atmosphere is designed to help children thrive academically and socially.
Mark First Academy also serves a diverse community, with approximately 9.5% of its pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity. The school actively engages with families and the local community, ensuring that all children receive the support they need to succeed. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.markfirstschool.co.uk.
The school places a strong emphasis on personal development and encourages children to reach their full potential. The ethos of the academy is rooted in its Church of England foundation, promoting values of respect, kindness, and community. This supportive atmosphere is designed to help children thrive academically and socially.
Mark First Academy also serves a diverse community, with approximately 9.5% of its pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity. The school actively engages with families and the local community, ensuring that all children receive the support they need to succeed. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.markfirstschool.co.uk.
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Key details
- LA
- Somerset
- Age range
- 2 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- WESSEX LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 150
- Pupils
- 158
- Boys
- 79
- Girls
- 79
- FSM %
- 9.50
- Open date
- 2016-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-10-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Somerset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 158 | 79 | 79 | 150 | 9.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 162 | 80 | 82 | 150 | 9.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 131 | 68 | 63 | 150 | 6.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 131 | 68 | 63 | 150 | 6.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 137 | 76 | 61 | 150 | 5.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 146 | 79 | 67 | 150 | 5.50 |
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