St Dunstan's School
76%
Capacity
509
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About St Dunstan's School
St Dunstan's School is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 509 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Dunstan's School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Balkwill, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.08 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 41.6. Additionally, ranked 1337th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 26 in Somerset.
St Dunstan's School is a popular choice with families — it received 154 applications for 113 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 113 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Dunstan's School include Swimming Pool, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Science Labs, Sixth Form Centre, Art Studios, Library, Theatre, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Rowing, Rugby and 4 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Science Club, Young Enterprise and 4 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.8%, which is above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Somerset, St Dunstan's School is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Wells Road, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 9BY |
| Headteacher | Paul Balkwill |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 509 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.8% |
| School Capacity | 509 / 670 (76% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 14 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.08)
1337th of 3,141
Nationally
121st of 306
In South West
8th of 26
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make similar progress to students nationally with the same starting point
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
12Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
16Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed113
154
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
113 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Dunstan's School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Wells Road, Glastonbury
Somerset, BA6 9BY
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