The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Nearly full.
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 25.1 vs national 43.8)
- This is a Anglican/Christian school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
- The school is nearly full at 92% capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
25.1
18.7 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.05
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
15% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 13–18
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Anglican/Christian
Numbers
- Pupils
- 350
- Capacity
- 92%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Somerset
- Head
- Mr Matt Radley (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Plox, Bruton, Somerset, BA10 0ED
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
Is King's Bruton a selective school?
No. King's Bruton is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
How many pupils attend King's Bruton?
King's Bruton currently has 350 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does King's Bruton take?
King's Bruton caters for pupils aged 13 to 18.
Where is King's Bruton?
King's Bruton is in Bruton, BA10 0ED, in the Somerset local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does King's Bruton have a sixth form?
Yes, King's Bruton has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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