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SEND
The school links to Somerset's SEND Local Offer for students and families with SEND.
“Somerset’s SEND Local Offer is our local hub of information and guidance for children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), their families and professionals in Somerset.”
The school aims to adapt provision and curriculum access for students with additional learning or medical needs.
“Our aim as a school is to enable each student, no matter their challenges, to access a rich and broad curriculum that will support them to reach their full potential and enhance their self-esteem.”
Pastoral
A Chaplain, supported by the Diocese of Bath and Wells and local churches, contributes to the spiritual life of the school and provides pastoral support.
“The Diocese of Bath and Wells, local churches, individual donations and grant-awarding bodies have worked with the school to appoint a Chaplain who contributes to the spiritual life of the school and provides pastoral support.”
School values partnership with parents to support students' learning and preparation for the future
“The most important of these is with parents. We believe that together we can help our young people make the most of their learning and prepare them for the demands of an ever-changing world.”
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Ethos
The school's values are underpinned by Christian values, central to its ethos as a Church of England school.
“Our values as a school are underpinned by Christian values and are at the heart of the ethos we foster.”
School aims for students to be independent, confident, committed to others' well-being, and tolerant of difference
“we want our young people to be independent of thought, confident in developing their skills and knowledge, committed to the well-being of others, sensitive to and tolerant of difference and have a sense of their own worth”
Sixth form
Key Stage 5 (16-18) results reported for 2024, including academic and applied general qualification progress and attainment
“Key Stage 5 (16-18) Results 2024 (Validated)”
Admissions
Top admissions priority given to students with a Statement of Special Educational Needs naming Wadham as preferred school
“Students with a statement of Special Educational Needs that names Wadham as the preferred school”
In-year admissions process for Years 7-11 with application turnaround via school or Local Authority
“A letter will be sent to you from the school or local authority offering or refusing a place within 10 working days of receiving a completed application.”
Destinations
93% of students continue in education, training, or employment at the end of 16-19 study
“The percentage of students who continue in education or training, or move on to employment at the end of 16 to 19 study 93%”
Results
65.8% of students got a standard pass (grade 4 or above) in English and Maths
“Percentage of students who got a standard pass (grade 4 or above) in English and Maths 65.8%”
39.7% of students got a strong pass (grade 5 or above) in English and Maths
“Percentage of students who got a strong pass (grade 5 or above) in English and Maths 39.7%”
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About School
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Courses | 10+ |
| Student Recommendations | 0% |