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Monkton Wood Academy

Inadequategraded 13/03/2023Ages 11–181,266 pupilsDoes not apply
Taunton, TA2 8PD
Somerset

Monkton Wood Academy is a secondary school for pupils aged 11 to 18 in Taunton, within the Somerset local authority. The school has around 1,266 pupils on roll. It was most recently inspected by Ofsted in 13/03/2023 and continues to develop its provision for pupils. Families comparing secondary schools in Taunton can view Monkton Wood Academy's Ofsted rating, GCSE results and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Taunton (TA2 8PD), Monkton Wood Academy serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.

Ofsted — sub-judgements
Quality of educationInadequate
Behaviour & attitudesInadequate
Personal developmentInadequate
Leadership & managementInadequate

Last inspected 13/03/2023

Attendance & staffing
Attendance86.9%England avg 91.0%
Persistent absence33.2%England avg 25.8%

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake
Free school meals23.8%England avg 28.6%
English not first language12.2%England avg 18.3%

DfE school census, 2025/26

GCSE results — Key Stage 4
Attainment 841.4
Grade 5+ English & maths35%
Grade 4+ English & maths56%
EBacc entry16%
EBacc average point score3.46

DfE, 2024/25

All schools in TauntonSee the full area report for TA2 8PD