Preston School Academy
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Monks Dale Yeovil Somerset BA21 3JD |
| Phone | 01935471131 |
| Reference Number | 136894 |
Preston School Academy has shown improvement since its last inspection and is now performing at a good level across all assessed areas, including the quality of education, behavior, personal development, and leadership. Leaders are ambitious for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), and foster an aspirational and inclusive environment where pupils feel safe and valued. The curriculum is varied and supports pupils in building knowledge and skills over time, enhanced by effective reading initiatives and a strong careers program.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 983 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.78%
Girls: 48.22% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 20.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 18.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 103 | 107 | 210 |
| 8 | 123 | 84 | 207 |
| 9 | 101 | 108 | 209 |
| 10 | 100 | 103 | 203 |
| 11 | 82 | 72 | 154 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 76.5% |
| White, Other | 10.2% |
| African | 2.8% |
| Indian | 2.6% |
| Asian, Other | 2.5% |
| White & Asian | 1.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.1% |
| Irish | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| Last Report Date | 10 Jan 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 Jan 2023 | School inspection: |
| 22 Jun 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 27 Jan 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 25 Jun 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Jun 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Feb 2013 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 24 Apr 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 19 Oct 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| Previously as Preston School | |
| 19 Oct 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 18 Mar 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Mar 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 19 Jun 2007 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 19 Jun 2007 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 22 Mar 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Mar 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 15 May 2000 | Full inspection |
| 15 May 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Ambitious leadership focused on inclusion and aspirational goals for all pupils.
- Effective safeguarding practices ensuring strong relationships between staff and pupils.
- A varied curriculum with a clear focus on enterprise and preparation for future skills.
- Strong support for pupils with SEND, especially those in the autism base.
- Pupils demonstrate confidence in reading, supported by effective teaching and mentorship.
Areas for Improvement
- Limited opportunities for staff development in subject expertise.
- Need for clearer monitoring and analysis of safeguarding trends.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 45.9 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 40.3% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 56.5% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 163 | 17 |
| Third Preference | 44 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 4 | 0 |
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0.89 miles |
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1.13 miles |
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Mary Street, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 4EG |
1.16 miles |
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Milford Infants' School
Glenthorne Avenue, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 4PG |
1.18 miles |
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Milford Junior School
Glenthorne Avenue, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 4PG |
1.23 miles |
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Eastland Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 4ET |
1.4 miles |
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1.54 miles |
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1.62 miles |
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1.88 miles |
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Birchfield Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 5RL |
1.88 miles |
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2.13 miles |
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2.18 miles |
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2.35 miles |
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2.38 miles |
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2.48 miles |
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3.07 miles |
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0.42 miles |
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0.86 miles |
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1.7 miles |
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1.87 miles |
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3.14 miles |
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