Best 3 Secondary schools in Bath and North East Somerset – comparison
Comparison of secondary schools: Writhlington School (Secondary) in Radstock; Beechen Cliff School (Secondary) in Bath; Broadlands Academy (Secondary) in Bristol — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.
At a glance
This page compares Writhlington School, Beechen Cliff School and Broadlands Academy. They are secondary phase and academy converter and academy sponsor led type located around Radstock, Somerset, Bath, Somerset and Bristol. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Writhlington School), published Nov 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Writhlington School (Nov 2023). average roll around ≈ 850, combined total ≈ 2,500, typical FSM 25–30%, range 10–15%–40–45%; spread across trusts such as Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership and LIFT SCHOOLS.
| Attribute |
Writhlington School
BA3 3NQ
|
Beechen Cliff School
BA2 4RE
|
Broadlands Academy
BS31 2DY
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase / Type | Secondary • Academy converter | Secondary • Academy converter | Secondary • Academy sponsor led |
| Location |
Radstock Somerset BA3 3NQ |
Bath Somerset BA2 4RE |
Bristol BS31 2DY |
| Latest Ofsted | 2 9 Nov 2023 | 2 8 Nov 2023 | 2 14 Jun 2023 |
| Ofsted report | — | — | — |
| Pupils (roll) | ≈ 950 🔒 Unlock exact pupils | ≈ 1,200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils | ≈ 350 🔒 Unlock exact pupils |
| FSM % | 25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM % | 10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM % | 40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM % |
| Capacity | 1547 | 1146 | 1085 |
| Capacity utilisation | Under capacity 🔒 View exact % | Over capacity 🔒 View exact % | Under capacity 🔒 View exact % |
| Age range | — | — | — |
| Gender | Mixed | Boys | Mixed |
| Admissions policy | Non-selective | Non-selective | Non-selective |
| Trust / Local authority | Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership | Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership | LIFT SCHOOLS |
| Website | www.writhlington.org.uk | www.beechencliff.org.uk | www.broadlandsacademy.org |
| Telephone | 01761433581 | 01225480466 | 01179864791 |
| SEN provision | None reported | None reported | None reported |
| Profile | View profile | View profile | View profile |
Writhlington School
BA3 3NQ
- Phase / Type
- Secondary • Academy converter
- Location
- Radstock
Somerset
BA3 3NQ - Ofsted
- 2 9 Nov 2023
- Pupils
- ≈ 950 🔒 Exact value
- FSM %
- 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
- Trust / LA
- Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership
- Website
- www.writhlington.org.uk
- Telephone
- 01761433581
Beechen Cliff School
BA2 4RE
- Phase / Type
- Secondary • Academy converter
- Location
- Bath
Somerset
BA2 4RE - Ofsted
- 2 8 Nov 2023
- Pupils
- ≈ 1,200 🔒 Exact value
- FSM %
- 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
- Trust / LA
- Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership
- Website
- www.beechencliff.org.uk
- Telephone
- 01225480466
Broadlands Academy
BS31 2DY
- Phase / Type
- Secondary • Academy sponsor led
- Location
- Bristol
BS31 2DY - Ofsted
- 2 14 Jun 2023
- Pupils
- ≈ 350 🔒 Exact value
- FSM %
- 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
- Trust / LA
- LIFT SCHOOLS
- Website
- www.broadlandsacademy.org
- Telephone
- 01179864791
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.
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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.