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Kingsmead Academy

Kingsmead Academy Profile


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Kingsmead Academy is a co-educational secondary school and sixth form based in Wiveliscombe, Taunton, Somerset. It was established in 2015 and has continued to grow ever since, now serving over 800 students. The school has a strong focus on developing the whole student, and offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to develop a wide range of skills and knowledge. Outside of the classroom, Kingsmead Academy offers a range of extracurricular activities such as sports, drama, music and the Duke of Edinburgh Award. The school is also passionate about developing young people's character and leadership skills, offering a variety of enrichment activities. The school is led by an experienced and dedicated team of teachers and support staff, and is committed to providing high-quality education to its students.*



GSSLA Code Name: E10000027

Boarders: No Boarders

Special Classes: No Special Classes

Head: Mr Mark Griffin (Headteacher)

Administrative Ward: Wiveliscombe and West Deane

Physical Addres

Wiveliscombe
Taunton
Somerset
TA4 2NE

Postal Addres

Wiveliscombe
Taunton
Somerset
TA4 2NE


Nearby Extra-curricular Activities

At Kingsmead Academy we offer a wide range of extra-curricular activities which allow our pupils to enjoy their school life and develop their skills and interests. These activities can include pupils joining local clubs and societies, taking part in mock exams and workshops, and taking part in trips and activities organised by the school.

Public Transport

Public transport near Kingsmead Academy is managed by First West of England. There is a regular bus service from Wiveliscombe to Taunton, with a journey time of approximately 30 minutes. The bus service runs from Monday-Saturday and has a frequency of around every hour. The nearest bus stops to Kingsmead Academy are located on Church Street and High Street in Wiveliscombe (5-10 minutes’ walk away). For those travelling from Taunton, there is also a shuttle service running to and from the train station, approximately every hour. Additionally, there are taxi services operating in the area.

Shops and Restaurants in the area

There are a number of shops and restaurants near Kingsmead Academy at Wiveliscombe Taunton TA4 2NE. These include a supermarket, clothing stores, a pharmacy, a bakery, a pizzeria, a kebab shop, a Chinese restaurant, a Thai restaurant, and a fish and chip shop.

School Fees

Kingsmead Academy at Wiveliscombe charges annual fees in the region of £8,000.

School Social Media

Kingsmead Academy's Facebook page is www.facebook.com/KingsmeadAcademy
Kingsmead Academy's Twitter account is @KingsmeadAcademy
Kingsmead Academy's Instagram account is @KingsmeadAcad
Kingsmead Academy's Pinterest page is www.pinterest.com/KingsmeadAcademyTA4/
Kingsmead Academy's Linkedin page is www.linkedin.com/company/kingsmead-academy-taunton


Additional Contact Info

Contact Number: 01984 632243
Website: http://www.kingsmeadacademy.org.uk
Email: [email protected]


Contact Details

Telephone: 1984623483

Parliamentary Constituency: Taunton Deane
Administrative Ward: Wiveliscombe and West Deane
Geographic Location: Rural town and fringe
LSOA: Taunton Deane 003B
Special Classes: No Special Classes

Admissions Policy: Comprehensive (secondary)

Website: http://www.kingsmead-school.com/

FAQs - Kingsmead Academy

Kingsmead Academy currently has 818 pupils attending from ages 11 to 16.

  • Girls: 405
  • Boys: 410

The listed Religious Character for Kingsmead Academy is Does not apply.

Kingsmead Academy Boarder policy is defined as: No Boarders<

Kingsmead Academy currently has pupils attending from ages 11 to 16.

Kingsmead Academy has a pupil capacity of 750.

The Headteacher is Mr Mark Griffin.

  • Teen Mothers: Not applicable
  • Child care facilities: Not applicable

Special Educational Needs (SEN) program: SLD - Severe Learning Difficulty .

Kingsmead Academy is Academy Converter.

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