Winterstoke Hundred Academy
87%
Capacity
829
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Winterstoke Hundred Academy
Winterstoke Hundred Academy is a state-funded None secondary school serving the North Somerset community, welcoming children from age 11 to 19. The school has 829 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 950 places).
Ofsted has rated Winterstoke Hundred Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Randle, it falls under North Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C-.
Winterstoke Hundred Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 334 applications for 145 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 172 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Winterstoke Hundred Academy include Swimming Pool, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Library, Theatre, Sixth Form Centre.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Rugby, Basketball and 5 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Art Club, Chess and 3 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.6%, which is close to the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in North Somerset, Winterstoke Hundred Academy 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 19 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | 1 Beaufighter Road, Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset, BS24 8EE |
| Headteacher | Matthew Randle |
| Local Authority | North Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 829 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.6% |
| School Capacity | 829 / 950 (87% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
GCSE Results
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
18.0
'22/23
20.3
'23/24
27.0
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
16Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed145
334
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
172 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Winterstoke Hundred Academy
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Contact Information
1 Beaufighter Road, Weston-Super-Mare
North Somerset, BS24 8EE
1 Beaufighter Road, Weston-Super-Mare
North Somerset, BS24 8EE
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