St Dubricius Church of England VA School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 2-9 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Parsons Street Porlock Minehead Somerset TA24 8QJ |
| Reference Number | 123837 |
St Dubricius Church of England Voluntary Aided School is recognized as a good school, emphasizing a nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils feel safe and well cared for. Relationships between adults and students are strong, with a culture that celebrates individual achievements and promotes positive interactions among students. The school offers a broad curriculum and is particularly noted for its commitment to supporting students with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Improvements have been made recently to the curriculum, especially in the early years, although there is a need for better alignment with the overall school curriculum to ensure a smoother transition into Year 1.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 93 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.39%
Girls: 51.61% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 20.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 33 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 8 | 12 |
| 2 | 5 | 5 | 10 |
| 3 | 9 | 11 | 20 |
| 4 | 7 | 6 | 13 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 96.8% |
| White, Other | 3.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 21 Feb 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 Feb 2023 | School inspection |
| 30 Mar 2017 | Short inspection |
| 16 May 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Mar 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 24 Apr 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 08 May 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils create a supportive environment.
- Pupils are well cared for and feel safe at the school.
- Commitment to inclusivity, including effective support for SEND students.
- A broad and well-planned curriculum that enables knowledge and skills to build over time.
- Pupils take pride in their achievements and participate eagerly in learning.
- Strong focus on reading, with structured phonics programs ensuring early reading success.
- Pupils engage in a variety of extracurricular activities promoting physical fitness and citizenship.
Areas for Improvement
- Communication with some parents regarding their child's progress is insufficient.
- The early years curriculum is not fully aligned with the wider school curriculum.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 6 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 1 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 2 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
St Michael's Church of England First School
Watery Lane, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5NY |
4.93 miles |
| Name | Distance |