Churchill Academy & Sixth Form
Winscombe, BS25 5QN · North Somerset · secondary school
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3rd of 11 secondary schools in North Somerset we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 739 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.8/10 among them, against 6.2/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 55.4 · 74 | 46% | 3.41 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.04 · 47 | 38% | 1.82 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 49.0 · 65 | 15% | 1.01 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Churchill Academy & Sixth Form overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.4% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 50.3, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.04 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did slightly worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.4 out of 10 among them, against 6.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Duke of Edinburgh Award, participate in the Sponsored Walk & Trek, and perform in the Key Stage 3 Musical, Dance Live, and Christmas Concert.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,488 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,698. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to improve their progress scores? What specific support is available for students aiming to raise their attainment? How are the arts and sports clubs integrated into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Churchill Academy & Sixth Form
Overview
Churchill Academy & Sixth Form is described as a school where "pupils gain qualifications that prepare them well for their next stages beyond school." The report highlights that "most pupils behave well and work hard in lessons," with social times being "typically calm and harmonious." Sixth form students are noted for moving on to destinations that "meet their interests and aspirations," including selective universities.
Strengths
- Pupils learn a "broad and ambitious curriculum" that identifies clear learning expectations, enabling them to "build on their learning over time and achieve well."
- Teachers use "strong subject knowledge" effectively, ensuring lesson activities allow most pupils to gain an "in-depth understanding of subjects."
- Reading is prioritised, with staff identifying pupils who struggle "promptly" and providing necessary support to "catch up in reading."
- The school offers "varied and numerous" opportunities for personal development, including pupil leadership and clubs for sporting and musical talents.
- Governance and trust leaders have a "clear understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the school" and provide necessary support for improvement.
Areas to improve
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those who are disadvantaged is "not consistently precise enough," hindering their achievement, attendance, and behaviour.
- The school does not "consistently communicate well enough with pupils and parents" about actions taken regarding behaviour or bullying, leading to a lack of confidence in decisions.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 48.7 |
| 2024/25 | 50.3 |
| 2025/26 | 49.0 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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