The short version
Nearly full. Rated Good by Ofsted (2018).
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2018
- The school is nearly full at 93% capacity
- 38% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, above the national average
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Free schools special
- Ages
- 4–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 142
- Capacity
- 93%
- FSM
- 37.6%
Governance
- Local authority
- Somerset
- Trust
- THE PARTNERSHIP TRUST
- Head
- Mrs Natalie Hanna (Executive Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Previous reports
Location
Edmund Rack Road, Prestleigh, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 4FZ
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is The Mendip School's Ofsted rating?
The Mendip School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in October 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Mendip School?
The Mendip School currently has 142 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Mendip School take?
The Mendip School caters for pupils aged 4 to 19.
Where is The Mendip School?
The Mendip School is in Shepton Mallet, BA4 4FZ, in the Somerset local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Mendip School have a sixth form?
Yes, The Mendip School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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