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Preston School Academy

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Preston School Academy

Monks Dale, Yeovil, BA21 3JD

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Pupils
983
Ages
11-16
FSM
20.4%
Attainment 8
45.8
Ofsted
Good
Jan 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
45.8
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
21.6%
Basics 9-5
39.6%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
63.6%
EBacc APS
4.16
EBacc 9-5
18.8%
EBacc 9-4
26.0%
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About Preston School Academy

Preston School Academy is a secondary school in Yeovil, Somerset. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 45.8. The school has around 983 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Monks Dale, Yeovil, BA21 3JD | More schools in Somerset

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Preston School Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jan 2023 — Good
  2. Jun 2021 — Taking effective action to tackle the areas…
  3. Jan 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
  4. Jun 2019 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Preston School Academy

What is Preston School Academy's Ofsted rating?
Preston School Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Preston School Academy's latest exam results?
Preston School Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 45.8. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Preston School Academy located?
Preston School Academy is a secondary school in Yeovil, Somerset (BA21 3JD).
How many pupils attend Preston School Academy?
Preston School Academy has around 983 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Preston School Academy with other schools?
View Preston School Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Somerset.