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Kingsmead Academy
Wiveliscombe, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 2NE, Somerset
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
13.6 / 100
Bottom 14%
Better than 14% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Requires improvement
Pupils
879
Capacity
1,050
Ages
11–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
84%
Summary
With a GCSE Attainment 8 score of 43.8 and a 62% pass rate in English and Maths, the school demonstrates solid academic performance compared to many peers, though it has room for improvement as reflected in its Ofsted rating of Requires Improvement. The EBacc entry rate is commendable at 75%, indicating a strong commitment to a broad curriculum. Parent satisfaction is relatively high, with 78% recommending the school, suggesting a positive community atmosphere despite the challenges noted in the latest inspection.
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Last inspected: 3 December 2024Quality Of Education: Requires improvementPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Requires improvement
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 43.8 | Bottom 38% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 62% | Bottom 40% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 39% | Bottom 38% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 75% | Top 29% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 33% | Top 29% UK |
Parent View (170 responses)
★★★★★3.6
Good range of subjects
92%
My child feels safe
88%
Good range of extra-curricular
88%
My child is happy
85%
Progress is communicated
79%
I'd recommend this school
78%
My child makes good progress
77%
School has high expectations
76%
School supports development
68%
School keeps me informed
63%
Behaviour is good
63%
School responds to concerns
61%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British81.0%
White Other2.7%
Black African1.1%
Mixed Other1.0%
Asian Other0.7%
Mixed W+Asian0.3%
Gypsy/Roma0.3%
Mixed W+B African0.2%
Asian Chinese0.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.1%
White Irish0.1%
Location
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51.03912, -3.31032 · TA4 2NE
School details
Local authoritySomerset
RegionSouth West
URN136639
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.kingsmead-school.com/
Frequently asked questions
What is Kingsmead Academy rated by Ofsted?
Kingsmead Academy was rated "Requires improvement" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 3 December 2024.
Is Kingsmead Academy a good school?
Kingsmead Academy scores 13.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 14% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Kingsmead Academy?
Based on 170 Ofsted Parent View responses, Kingsmead Academy receives a satisfaction score of 72% across all parent survey questions.
How do pupils perform at Kingsmead Academy in GCSEs?
Kingsmead Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 43.8. 62% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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