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Minehead First School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Minehead First School is a academy converter primary school in Minehead, Somerset , serving pupils aged 2–9, with 308 pupils, and a capacity of 326 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–9

Age range

308

Pupils

326

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Minehead First School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Minehead First School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Somerset. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 94% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Somerset before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Minehead First School — School Information

Full address
Townsend Road, Minehead, TA24 5RG
Local authority
Somerset
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–9 years
Free school meals
18.2% of pupils
DfE URN
142800

Other Primary Schools in Minehead

If Minehead First School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Minehead are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Minehead First School

Is Minehead First School oversubscribed?

Minehead First School is operating close to its capacity of 326 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Minehead First School?

Admission to Minehead First School is managed by Somerset. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Minehead First School cover?

Minehead First School is a primary school in Minehead, Somerset, serving pupils aged 2–9. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Minehead First School?

Minehead First School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.