St Aldhelms Church School
URN: 150030 • Shepton Mallet BA4 4PL
Overview
- Name
- St Aldhelms Church School
- URN
- 150030
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE BATH AND WELLS DIOCESAN ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 41.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Chris Chorley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01749880376
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Chelynch Park, Shepton Mallet BA4 4PL
Summary
St Aldhelm's Church School, located in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 167 pupils, out of a capacity of 210. The school emphasizes a strong partnership between parents, children, and staff to foster a supportive learning environment. Open communication is a priority, with various channels available for parents to engage with the school, including a monthly newsletter, class-specific letters, and a text alert service for important updates.
The curriculum at St Aldhelm's is designed to promote academic achievement while nurturing social and emotional development. The school offers a range of learning opportunities, including educational trips and projects tailored to each class's needs. Additionally, the newly opened Little Lambs Nursery aims to support early years development, focusing on kindness and independence.
Parents are encouraged to actively participate in their child's education and are invited to communicate any concerns directly with teachers or the school office. St Aldhelm's is committed to ensuring the wellbeing and success of every child in a safe and welcoming environment.
The curriculum at St Aldhelm's is designed to promote academic achievement while nurturing social and emotional development. The school offers a range of learning opportunities, including educational trips and projects tailored to each class's needs. Additionally, the newly opened Little Lambs Nursery aims to support early years development, focusing on kindness and independence.
Parents are encouraged to actively participate in their child's education and are invited to communicate any concerns directly with teachers or the school office. St Aldhelm's is committed to ensuring the wellbeing and success of every child in a safe and welcoming environment.
Useful links
- Juniper Websites (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Somerset
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BATH AND WELLS DIOCESAN ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 167
- Boys
- 69
- Girls
- 98
- FSM %
- 12.60
- Open date
- 2024-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Somerset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 167 | 69 | 98 | 210 | 12.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 173 | 71 | 102 | 210 | 8.10 |
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