Fairlands Middle School

URN: 147825 • Cheddar BS27 3PG

Overview

Name
Fairlands Middle School
URN
147825
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Middle deemed secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
WESSEX LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
40.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rebecca Bennett (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01934743186
Website
Visit
Address
Masons Way, Cheddar BS27 3PG

Summary

Fairlands Middle School, located in Cheddar, Somerset, is a mixed academy converter catering to 411 pupils, with a capacity of 508. The school is part of the Wessex Learning Trust and is committed to fostering a caring and inclusive environment that prioritises the individual needs of each student. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its core values, represented as the Fairlands ABC: Ambition, Belonging, and Community, which guide the educational experience.

The curriculum at Fairlands is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, with a strong emphasis on personal and social development. The school offers specialist teaching in areas such as science, technology, and art, alongside extensive sports facilities. Additionally, Fairlands is dedicated to supporting students with special educational needs, featuring a specialist teacher and dedicated resources to ensure all learners make good progress.

Situated in the picturesque Cheddar valley, Fairlands Middle School values its role within the community and encourages parental involvement. The school invites prospective parents to visit and experience the vibrant learning environment, highlighting its commitment to nurturing young minds for future success.

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Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
9 - 13
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WESSEX LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
508
Pupils
411
Boys
220
Girls
191
FSM %
15.60
Open date
2020-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 411 220 191 508 15.60
2024-09-11 434 224 210 508 12.70
2023-09-11 493 251 242 508 10.10
2022-09-11 493 251 242 508 10.10
2021-09-11 508 256 252 508 9.30
2020-09-11 508

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