Schools in Winscombe, South West (2025)
5 schools · 2,504 students · 4 academy, 1 independent · median Pupils on roll 209.
Winscombe, in South West, has 5 schools in England's 2025 data, together educating about 2,504 students. By level there are 3 primary, 1 secondary, 1 all-through; by sector 4 academy, 1 independent.
The median Pupils on roll across Winscombe's schools is 209, above the South West median of 207. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
5 of the 5 schools qualify for the Success Index (England). The highest-scoring is Shipham Church of England First School (97.9, top 5% of primary schools nationally), followed by Sandford Primary School (75.6, top 25% of primary schools nationally), and Churchill Academy & Sixth Form (70.8, top 25% of secondary schools nationally). One school sits in the top 10% of England for its type. Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Churchill Academy & Sixth Form (1,488 students), Sidcot School (594 students), Winscombe Primary School (209 students).
Ranked schools in Winscombe
Ordered by Success Index (England). Rank positions shown on each profile are within England and South West.
- 198Shipham Church of England First SchoolWinscombe · Academy Primary– · 82 students
- 276Sandford Primary SchoolWinscombe · Academy Primary75% KS2 expected standard (RWM) · 131 students
- 371Churchill Academy & Sixth FormWinscombe · Academy Secondary50.3 Attainment 8 · 1,488 students
- 470Winscombe Primary SchoolWinscombe · Academy Primary66% KS2 expected standard (RWM) · 209 students
- 515Sidcot SchoolWinscombe · Independent All-through29.8 Attainment 8 · 594 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (England) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shipham Church of England First School Winscombe · Primary · Ages 2–9 | Academy | 97.9 Top 5% | – | 82 |
| 2 | Sandford Primary School Winscombe · Primary · Ages 4–11 | Academy | 75.6 Top 25% | 75% KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 131 |
| 3 | Churchill Academy & Sixth Form Winscombe · Secondary · Ages 11–18 | Academy | 70.8 Top 25% | 50.3 Attainment 8 | 1,488 |
| 4 | Winscombe Primary School Winscombe · Primary · Ages 4–11 | Academy | 70.4 Top 25% | 66% KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 209 |
| 5 | Sidcot School Winscombe · All-through · Ages 3–19 | Independent | 15.0 Lower 50% | 29.8 Attainment 8 | 594 |
Compare the top 4 schools in Winscombe side by side →
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Winscombe?
Shipham Church of England First School is the highest-ranked school in Winscombe with a Success Index (England) of 97.9 out of 100 (Top 5% of primary schools in England).
How many schools are in Winscombe?
Winscombe has 5 schools (3 primary, 1 secondary, 1 all-through) educating 2,504 students in 2025.
What is the typical Pupils on roll in Winscombe?
The median Pupils on roll across schools in Winscombe is 209. Number of pupils in the latest school census.