Leigh On Mendip School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Leigh Street Leigh-on-Mendip Radstock Somerset BA3 5QQ |
| Phone | 01373812592 |
| Reference Number | 146447 |
Leigh On Mendip School has received a 'Good' rating in its first Ofsted inspection since becoming an academy. The school excels in fostering a supportive community where pupils feel safe and respected. Every effort is made to meet the academic and social needs of students, resulting in a positive atmosphere for learning. The curriculum is ambitious, especially in reading, and includes effective measures for catching up those who may be behind. Parents generally hold the school in high regard, although some have raised concerns regarding communication.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 107 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 39.25%
Girls: 60.75% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 6.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 20 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 27 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 16 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 11 | 15 |
| 2 | 5 | 6 | 11 |
| 3 | 4 | 11 | 15 |
| 4 | 9 | 12 | 21 |
| 5 | 7 | 6 | 13 |
| 6 | Unknown | 3 | 3 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 89.7% |
| Unclassified | 4.7% |
| White, Other | 1.9% |
| African | 1.9% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 21 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 Nov 2023 | School inspection: |
| 16 Nov 2018 | Academy conversion letter |
| 18 May 2010 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Leigh-Upon-Mendip First School | |
| 18 May 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Jun 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Jun 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 13 May 2002 | Full inspection |
| 13 May 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong sense of community among pupils, staff, and parents.
- High expectations for behaviour with rare disruption to learning.
- Effective phonics and reading instruction starting from early years.
- Ambitious curriculum design supported by the trust.
- Inclusive environment for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Pupils actively participate in clubs and local community events.
Areas for Improvement
- Assessment information is not used effectively in some subjects to check pupils' understanding.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2019. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 12 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 8 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 12 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 7 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 7 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | ||||||
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 4 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 12 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 6 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 11 | 1 |
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 2 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 2 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Bishop Henderson Church of England Primary School
Farley Dell, Coleford, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 5PN |
1.57 miles |
|
Stoke St Michael Primary School
Moonshill Road, Stoke St Michael, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 5LG |
1.91 miles |
|
Mells Church First School
Mells Green, Mells, Frome, Somerset, BA11 3QE |
1.95 miles |
|
All Hallows School
Cranmore Hall, Shepton Mallet, BA4 4SF |
2.3 miles |
|
Nunney First School
Catch Road, Nunney, Frome, Somerset, BA11 4NE |
2.97 miles |
|
Kilmersdon Church School
School Lane, Kilmersdon, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 5TE |
3.37 miles |
|
Oakhill Church School
Oakhill, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 5AQ |
3.58 miles |
|
St Vigor & St John Church School
Wells Road, Chilcompton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 4EX |
3.65 miles |
|
St Aldhelms Church School
Chelynch Park, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 4PL |
3.77 miles |
|
St Benedict's Catholic Primary School
Charlton Lane, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 4BD |
3.94 miles |
|
Norton Hill Primary School
Silver Street, Midsomer Norton, Somerset, BA3 2UD |
4.11 miles |
|
Westfield Primary School
Longfellow Road, Westfield, Radstock, Avon, BA3 3XX |
4.3 miles |
|
Hemington Primary School
Hemington, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 5XU |
4.39 miles |
|
Trinity Church of England First School
Nunney Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 4LB |
4.41 miles |
|
St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Old Road, Writhlington, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 3NG |
4.49 miles |
|
Oakfield Academy
Oakfield Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 4JF |
4.5 miles |
|
St Nicholas Church School
Kilmersdon Road, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 3QH |
4.56 miles |
|
St John's CofE Primary School
Redfield Road, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2JN |
4.67 miles |
|
Midsomer Norton Primary School
High Street, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2DR |
4.72 miles |
|
Welton Primary School
Radstock Road, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2AG |
4.82 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Newbury Manor School
Newbury Manor, Newbury, Near Mells, Frome, Somerset, BA11 3RG |
2.06 miles |
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Downside School
|
3.16 miles |
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Norton Hill Academy
Charlton Road, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 4AD |
4.32 miles |
|
Somerset Studio School
Knobsbury Lane, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 3NQ |
4.32 miles |
|
Fosse Way School
Longfellow Road, Radstock, Bath, Somerset, BA3 3AL |
4.33 miles |
|
Critchill Special School
Nunney Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 4LB |
4.36 miles |
|
Writhlington School
Knobsbury Lane, Writhlington, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 3NQ |
4.39 miles |
|
Somervale Secondary School
Redfield Road, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2JD |
4.63 miles |
|
Wessex Lodge School
Nunney Road, Frome, Somerset, Frome, Somerset, BA11 4LA |
4.84 miles |