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Preston School Academy
Monks Dale, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3JD, Somerset
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
45.4 / 100
Bottom 45%
Better than 45% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
983
Capacity
975
Ages
11–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
101%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this secondary school demonstrates solid performance, achieving a GCSE Attainment 8 score in the top 50% nationally. While 62% of students secure a grade 4 or above in English and Maths, there is room for improvement in higher grades, with only 40% achieving a grade 5 or above. The school's EBacc entry rate of 64% indicates a strong commitment to a broad curriculum, making it a viable option for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 10 January 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
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. | 45.9 | Top 50% 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%. | 40% | Bottom 41% 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%. | 64% | Top 42% 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%. | 26% | Top 42% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British76.5%
White Other10.2%
Black African2.8%
Asian Indian2.6%
Asian Other2.5%
Mixed W+Asian1.1%
Mixed Other1.1%
Other0.8%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.7%
Asian Pakistani0.4%
Mixed W+B African0.3%
Asian Bangladeshi0.3%
Gypsy/Roma0.1%
White Irish0.1%
Asian Chinese0.1%
Black Caribbean0.1%
traveller_irish0.1%
Location
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50.94528, -2.65692 · BA21 3JD
School details
Local authoritySomerset
RegionSouth West
URN136894
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.prestonschool.co.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Preston School Academy rated by Ofsted?
Preston School Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 10 January 2023.
Is Preston School Academy a good school?
Preston School Academy scores 45.4/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 45% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Preston School Academy in GCSEs?
Preston School Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 45.9. 62% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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