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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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