West Monkton Church of England School
URN: 146676 • Taunton TA2 8FT
Overview
- Name
- West Monkton Church of England School
- URN
- 146676
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE OAK PARTNERSHIP TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Helen Newstead (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01823412582
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bridgwater Road, Taunton TA2 8FT
Summary
West Monkton Church of England School is a mixed primary academy located in Taunton, Somerset, with a current enrolment of 413 pupils and a capacity of 420. As a founding member of The Oak Partnership Multi-Academy Trust, the school emphasizes a nurturing environment rooted in Christian values, including love, joy, and kindness, as outlined in Galatians 5:22-23.
The school is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially. The curriculum is designed to foster holistic development, ensuring that students not only achieve academic success but also grow in character and resilience.
West Monkton School actively engages with the community, promoting a sense of belonging and collaboration among families. The school offers various extracurricular activities, including breakfast and after-school clubs, to enhance the educational experience and support working parents. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.
The school is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially. The curriculum is designed to foster holistic development, ensuring that students not only achieve academic success but also grow in character and resilience.
West Monkton School actively engages with the community, promoting a sense of belonging and collaboration among families. The school offers various extracurricular activities, including breakfast and after-school clubs, to enhance the educational experience and support working parents. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Late/Absence Procedures (sen)
- SEND Information Report for Parents & Carers (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- School values and The Church Calendar (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Newsletter Autumn 1 2025 (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Somerset
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE OAK PARTNERSHIP TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 413
- Boys
- 206
- Girls
- 207
- FSM %
- 14.00
- Open date
- 2019-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Somerset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 413 | 206 | 207 | 420 | 14.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 416 | 211 | 205 | 420 | 14.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 420 | 225 | 195 | 420 | 12.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 420 | 225 | 195 | 420 | 12.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 423 | 210 | 213 | 420 | 6.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 416 | 206 | 210 | 420 | 8.20 |
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