Somerfords' Walter Powell CofE Academy

About Somerfords' Walter Powell CofE Academy

We are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and inspiring environment where every child can thrive. Our vision is to build on the strong Christian foundations already in place while striving for excellence in all aspects of school life.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Shaun Carter and Sam Austin

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

2.6

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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James B.

Parent Feb 15, 2023

5.0

"Faith, growth, and excellence"

We chose Somerfords' Walter Powell for its strong Christian values and its commitment to helping our child grow in all areas. The school has exceeded our expectations in every way - the staff are supportive, the curriculum is engaging, and the facilities are excellent.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily T.

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"A wonderful school community"

We've been so happy with Somerfords' Walter Powell CofE Academy. The staff are amazing, the facilities are great, and the sense of community is fantastic. Our child has thrived here and we're sad to be leaving.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Katie W.

Parent Jun 20, 2022

4.0

"Some ups and downs"

We had a mixed experience at Somerfords' Walter Powell. On the one hand, our child loved the preschool program and made great friends. On the other hand, we found the communication from the school to be a bit patchy at times. Overall, it was a good choice for our child.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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