Maiden Beech Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Lyme Road Crewkerne Somerset TA18 8HG |
| Phone | 0146072677 |
| Reference Number | 137118 |
Maiden Beech Academy has undergone significant changes since transitioning from a middle school to a primary school. Overall, the school demonstrates a strong standard of education, with leaders effectively promoting positive pupil attendance and behaviour. Moreover, safeguarding arrangements are robust, ensuring that pupils feel safe and supported. While the early years provision is well-structured, leaders are aware that further improvement is needed, particularly in phonics and writing, as many pupils are missing key knowledge, limiting their overall achievement.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 85 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.76%
Girls: 48.24% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 20% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 21.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 21.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 7 | 22 |
| 2 | 14 | 17 | 31 |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 98.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Needs attention |
| > Leadership & Governance | Expected standard |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Expected standard |
| > Achievement | Needs attention |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Expected standard |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Needs attention |
| > Inclusion | Expected standard |
| > Early Years | Expected standard |
| Last Report Date | 03 Feb 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 03 Feb 2026 | School inspection |
| 01 Feb 2022 | School inspection |
| 21 Jun 2018 | Short inspection |
| 18 Jun 2015 | Full inspection |
| 09 May 2012 | Full inspection |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 13 Nov 2008 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Maiden Beech Middle School | |
| 13 Nov 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Jun 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Jun 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Jun 2000 | Full inspection |
| 06 Jun 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong focus on pupil attendance with effective parental engagement.
- Positive behaviour culture that promotes respect and mutual understanding.
- Well-organized early years curriculum with ambitious expectations.
- Effective strategies for supporting pupils with special educational needs.
- Rigorous leadership that has quickly addressed areas needing improvement.
Areas for Improvement
- Gaps in key knowledge for some pupils in reading and writing.
- Inconsistencies in staff subject knowledge impacting teaching quality.
- Variability in the quality of written work and handwriting among pupils.
- Assessment practices do not consistently inform teaching effectively.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 13 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 3 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 4 | 2 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School
Kithill, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8AS |
0.55 miles |
|
Ashlands Church of England Primary School
North Street, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7AL |
0.83 miles |
|
Perrott Hill School Limited
North Perrott, Crewkerne, TA18 7SL |
1.93 miles |
|
Haselbury Plucknett Church of England Primary School
North Street, Haselbury Plucknett, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7RQ |
2.53 miles |
|
Merriott Primary School
Church Street, Merriott, Somerset, TA16 5PT |
2.55 miles |
|
Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Fairoak Way, Mosterton, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3JQ |
2.59 miles |
|
Hinton St George Church of England Primary School
West Street, Hinton St George, Somerset, TA17 8SA |
2.67 miles |
|
West Chinnock Church School
Scotts Way, West Chinnock, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7PU |
3.5 miles |
|
Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Drimpton Road, Broadwindsor, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3QL |
3.72 miles |
|
Winsham Primary School
Church Street, Winsham, Near Chard, Somerset, TA20 4HU |
4.19 miles |
|
South Petherton Junior School
Hayes End, South Petherton, Somerset, TA13 5AG |
4.86 miles |
|
Beaminster St Mary's Academy
Clay Lane, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3BY |
4.94 miles |
|
Norton Sub Hamdon Church School
New Road, Norton Sub Hamdon, Stoke-Sub-Hamdon, Somerset, TA14 6SF |
4.95 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Wadham School
Yeovil Road, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7NT |
1.13 miles |
|
Mountjoy School
Tunnel Road, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3HB |
4.47 miles |
|
Beaminster School
Newtown, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3EP |
4.91 miles |