Priory Community School
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Queensway Weston-Super-Mare Somerset BS22 6BP |
| Phone | 01934511411 |
| Reference Number | 137300 |
Priory Community School has demonstrated a good level of overall effectiveness in its recent inspection, reflecting steady progress since its previous outstanding grade. Students appreciate the supportive environment, feeling safe and well-cared for, and they have strong relationships with staff who adequately assist them in their educational journeys. The school's curriculum fosters character development, with a well-structured PSHE program and a range of extracurricular activities that enrich students' experiences. However, there are concerns regarding the performance of disadvantaged pupils in literacy, alongside challenges to attendance that can impede learning outcomes.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1485 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.29%
Girls: 50.71% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 16.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 5.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 152 | 148 | 300 |
| 8 | 152 | 145 | 297 |
| 9 | 140 | 157 | 297 |
| 10 | 146 | 155 | 301 |
| 11 | 142 | 148 | 290 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 86.3% |
| White, Other | 5.7% |
| Indian | 1.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.3% |
| African | 1.1% |
| White & Asian | 0.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.6% |
| Unclassified | 0.4% |
| Asian, Other | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 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 | 20 Feb 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 20 Feb 2024 | School inspection: |
| 06 Nov 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Jan 2013 | Interim assessment |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 30 Jan 2012 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Priory Community School | |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Mar 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 11 Mar 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 03 Oct 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Oct 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 21 May 2001 | Full inspection |
| 21 May 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy attending the school and report feeling safe and well-cared for.
- Teachers demonstrate strong subject knowledge and are supported by a robust professional development program.
- Effective support is provided for pupils with EHC plans, promoting their success.
- The school’s curriculum is well-structured, helping students build complex knowledge.
- Strong leadership skills are developed among pupils through various advocacy roles.
Areas for Improvement
- Some disadvantaged pupils struggle with reading, writing, and discussing their learning.
- Regular attendance is an issue for some pupils, particularly those who are disadvantaged.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 44.2 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 36.2% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 59.7% |
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 | 118 | 4 |
| Third Preference | 33 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
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