Best 3 Middle deemed secondary schools in Somerset – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of middle deemed secondary schools: Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School (Middle deemed secondary) in Wedmore; Selwood Academy (Middle deemed secondary) in Frome; Oakfield Academy (Middle deemed secondary) in Frome — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School, Selwood Academy and Oakfield Academy. They are middle deemed secondary phase and academy converter type located around Wedmore, Somerset and Frome, Somerset. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School), published Jan 2024. The lowest is 3 (Oakfield Academy), published Mar 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Oakfield Academy (Mar 2024). average roll around ≈ 600, combined total ≈ 1,750, typical FSM 20–25%, range 10–15%–25–30%; spread across trusts such as Wessex Learning Trust and Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership.

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Attribute	Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School BS28 4ND	Selwood Academy BA11 2EF	Oakfield Academy BA11 4JF
Phase / Type	Middle deemed secondary • Academy converter	Middle deemed secondary • Academy converter	Middle deemed secondary • Academy converter
Location	Wedmore Somerset BS28 4ND	Frome Somerset BA11 2EF	Frome Somerset BA11 4JF
Latest Ofsted	2 14 Jan 2024	2 21 Sep 2022	3 14 Mar 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 600 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 600 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 550 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	600	704	696
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Wessex Learning Trust	Somerset (933)	Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership
Website	www.hughsexey.com	www.selwood.somerset.sch.uk	www.oakfieldacademy.org.uk
Telephone	01934712211	01373462798	01373462539
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School

BS28 4ND

Phase / Type: Middle deemed secondary • Academy converter
Location: Wedmore
Somerset
BS28 4ND
Ofsted: 2 14 Jan 2024
Pupils: ≈ 600 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Wessex Learning Trust
Website: www.hughsexey.com
Telephone: 01934712211

Selwood Academy

BA11 2EF

Phase / Type: Middle deemed secondary • Academy converter
Location: Frome
Somerset
BA11 2EF
Ofsted: 2 21 Sep 2022
Pupils: ≈ 600 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Somerset (933)
Website: www.selwood.somerset.sch.uk
Telephone: 01373462798

Oakfield Academy

BA11 4JF

Phase / Type: Middle deemed secondary • Academy converter
Location: Frome
Somerset
BA11 4JF
Ofsted: 3 14 Mar 2024
Pupils: ≈ 550 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership
Website: www.oakfieldacademy.org.uk
Telephone: 01373462539

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.