Schools in Minehead
Minehead has 9 schools: 8 primary and 1 secondary or all-through. 78% of the 9 schools with an Ofsted grade are rated Good or better (Strong standard or better under the new report cards). Among secondary schools, West Somerset College has the highest Attainment 8 score (42.2 in 2026). Among primary schools, Minehead Middle School has the highest share of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (27% in 2025).
- 9 schools
- 1 secondary
- 8 primary
Secondary Schools in Minehead
Ranked by Attainment 8, the average GCSE score per pupil. Progress 8 is from the latest year published.
| # | School | Ofsted | Attainment 8 | Progress 8 | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Somerset College | Needs attention | 42.2 (2026) | -0.50 (2024) | 745 |
Primary Schools in Minehead
Ranked by the percentage of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Year 6.
| # | School | Ofsted | Met expected standard | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minehead Middle School | Requires Improvement | 27% (2025) | 570 |
| 2 | Cutcombe Church of England First School | Good | – | 30 |
| 3 | Dunster First School | Good | – | 86 |
| 4 | Exford Church of England First School | Good | – | 13 |
| 5 | Minehead First School | Good | – | 286 |
| 6 | St Dubricius Church of England VA School | Good | – | 90 |
| 7 | St Michael's Church of England First School | Good | – | 148 |
| 8 | Timberscombe Church of England First School | Good | – | 28 |