SchoolScoresFrome Community College
Academy · Secondary, ages 13 to 18 · Mixed · Sixth form
Part of MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Bath Road, Frome, BA11 2HQ
01373 465353 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 29 January 2014. This inspection was of the school before it changed to its current form (for example, before becoming an academy).
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
Since then, a shorter ungraded inspection on 5 October 2023: Ofsted found the school was still Good.
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
284 pupils in this year group.
41% — about the same as the Somerset average, and 4 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Somerset | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 41% | 40% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 42.7 | 43.5 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 3.5 | 3.8 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
308 pupils in this year group.
91% — about the same as the Somerset average, and about the same as the England average.
| Measure | This school | Somerset | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 91% | 92% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 57% | 17% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 0% | 17% | 13% |
| Further education college | 24% | 47% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 6% | 3% |
| Work | 5% | 5% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 94% | 91% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
131 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Somerset | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | C+ | C+ | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 23% | 27% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 48% | 54% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | 34.6 | 33.8 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
28 subjects, 327 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 29 | 31% | 55% | 40% |
| Geography | 21 | 0% | 14% | 23% |
| Physics | 20 | 10% | 45% | 31% |
| Biology | 19 | 5% | 16% | 27% |
| Film Studies | 18 | 11% | 28% | 17% |
| Media/Film/Tv Studies | 18 | 6% | 17% | 14% |
| Art and Design (Textiles) | 16 | 25% | 25% | 36% |
| Art and Design (Graphics) | 15 | 0% | 7% | 32% |
| Chemistry | 15 | 7% | 27% | 30% |
| English Language and Literature | 14 | 0% | 7% | 16% |
| Art and Design (Fine Art) | 13 | 31% | 38% | 38% |
| Art and Design (Photography) | 12 | 8% | 17% | 26% |
| History | 12 | 17% | 17% | 23% |
| Design and Technology (Product Design) | 11 | 0% | 0% | 15% |
| English Literature | 11 | 0% | 27% | 23% |
| Environmental Science | 11 | 0% | 9% | 14% |
| Government and Politics | 10 | 0% | 0% | 26% |
| Religious Studies | 10 | 0% | 0% | 22% |
| Mathematics (Further) | 9 | 0% | 56% | 59% |
| Music Technology | 9 | 0% | 33% | 15% |
| Computer Studies / Computing | 7 | 0% | 14% | 24% |
| Economics | 7 | 0% | 29% | 26% |
| Music | 6 | 0% | 17% | 29% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: Sociology, Drama and Theatre Studies, Spanish, German, Russian.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
149 students in this year group.
81% — about the same as the Somerset average, and 2 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Somerset | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 81% | 81% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 8% | 11% | 7% |
| Work | 30% | 40% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 79% | 81% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
136 students in this year group.
51% — 4 points above the Somerset average, and 9 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Somerset | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 51% | 47% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 21% | 14% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 72% | 51% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Somerset. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Somerset | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 2nd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Frome. Higher than 42% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 24.1% | 22.8%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 2nd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Frome. Higher than 58% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 3.3% | 3.2%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 2nd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Frome. Higher than 73% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 17.0% | 15.3%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 1st highest of 3 state secondary schools in Frome. Higher than 36% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 7.7% | 9.2%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 3rd lowest of 3 state secondary schools in Frome. Lower than 9% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 11.9% | 9.3%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 3rd lowest of 3 state secondary schools in Frome. Lower than 19% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 30.1% | 24.6%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 1st lowest of 3 state secondary schools in Frome. Lower than 85% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 4.4 | 38.5 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 1st lowest of 3 state secondary schools in Frome. Lower than 83% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 3.0% | 9.4% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded1 pupil | 0.08% | 0.30% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher 2nd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Frome. Higher than 74% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 18.0 | 17.6 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 2nd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Frome. Higher than 74% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 12.9 | 11.4 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 2nd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Frome. Higher than 52% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 13.6% | 14.2%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- Selwood Academy 0.5 miles · Ofsted: Good (2022)
- Oakfield Academy 1.4 miles · Ofsted: Requires improvement (2024)
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Frome Community College's Ofsted rating?
Frome Community College was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 29 January 2014. At a shorter ungraded inspection in 5 October 2023, Ofsted found the school was still Good.
How did Frome Community College do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 41% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 4 points below the England average of 45%.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 150667.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.