- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results well below the England average.
15 first choices, 20 offers made
Met the standard at 1152%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.4%
- Pupils
- 178
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.7
Schools in BA11
A postcode district in Somerset
- Postcode district
- 34 schools and nurseries
In short: BA11 is a postcode district in Somerset with 19 primary schools, 9 secondary schools and 13 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries3419 primary · 9 secondary · 13 nurseries
Top-rated
All BA11 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in BA11
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in BA11
19 in BA11, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
Met the standard at 1171%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.5%
- Pupils
- 658
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.6
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
57 first choices, 57 offers made
Met the standard at 1157%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.9%
- Pupils
- 503
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.2
Top Secondary Schools in BA11
9 in BA11, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
Met the standard at 1171%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.5%
- Pupils
- 658
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.6
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1642.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 11.9%
- Pupils
- 1,298
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.0
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
57 first choices, 57 offers made
Met the standard at 1157%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.9%
- Pupils
- 503
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.2
Nurseries in BA11
13 in BA11, highest Ofsted grade first
Little Discoveries : Nunney
Frome, BA11 4NE · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Cuddles & Care Children's Day Nursery Frome
Frome, BA11 3EP · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Little Discoveries : Frome
Frome, BA11 2HQ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in BA11
3 in BA11, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1642.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 11.9%
- Pupils
- 1,298
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.0
Wessex Lodge School
Frome, BA11 4LA · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 77
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Newbury Manor School
Frome, BA11 3RG · Independent · All-through · Ages 6 to 19
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 4 areas
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 62
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Special Schools in BA11
5 in BA11. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Critchill Special School
Frome, BA11 4LB · Academy · All-through · Ages 4 to 19
- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 5.7%
- Pupils
- 96
- Pupils per teacher
- 7.3
Fromefield Manor School
Frome, BA11 2AB · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 17
- Pupils per teacher
- –
North Hill House
Frome, BA11 2HB · Independent · All-through · Ages 6 to 19
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 64
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in BA11
5 in BA11. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Springmead Preparatory School
Somerset, BA11 6TA · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 100
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Fromefield Manor School
Frome, BA11 2AB · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 17
- Pupils per teacher
- –
North Hill House
Frome, BA11 2HB · Independent · All-through · Ages 6 to 19
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 64
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in BA11, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding1
- Good18
- Requires improvement1
- Not graded yet14
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every BA11 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
BA11 has 34 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in BA11
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about BA11
Nearby areas
How many schools are in BA11?
BA11 has 34 schools, including 19 primary schools, 9 secondary schools, 13 nurseries, 5 independent schools, 5 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in BA11?
The highest-ranked schools in BA11 on Eduscope are St Louis Catholic Primary School, Frome, Selwood Academy, Frome Community College. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in BA11?
There are 5 independent schools in BA11. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in BA11 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in BA11?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 34 schools in BA11 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.