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West Somerset College
Minehead·South West·Academy
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SecondaryAcademyAges 13–19Co-edDoes not apply
West Somerset College is a secondary academy in Minehead, South West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, West Somerset College has a Progress 8 score of -0.50 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 39.7, 57% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of C-.
The school has 760 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 13.4%, 24% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 14.6%.
After leaving West Somerset College, student destinations include 30% going on to university and 10% entering apprenticeships.
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West Somerset College has a Progress 8 score of -0.50, which is below the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 39.7. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
57% of students at West Somerset College achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at West Somerset College achieve an average A-Level grade of C-. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
West Somerset College has an overall absence rate of 14.6%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at West Somerset College is 13.4%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
West Somerset College has 760 pupils on roll.
24% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving West Somerset College, 30% go on to university and 10% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
West Somerset College was rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted following an inspection in May 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, West Somerset College is overdue for reinspection.
A "Requires Improvement" rating means Ofsted identified areas where the school needs to improve. The school will typically be reinspected within 2 years. Around 12% of schools hold this rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While West Somerset College's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
67/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
24/mo
36% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 6 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 4.8
Bus Stops
9
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Minehead (West Somerset Railway)
1.3km away
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Quality of Education
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Behaviour & Attitudes
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Parent View
Would Recommend
35%
Child is Happy
16%
Child Feels Safe
20%
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.