Herons' Moor Academy, Weston-super-Mare
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
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Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Herons' Moor Academy creates a caring community where every child feels safe and valued. The school excels at teaching reading and communication from the earliest ages, and provides excellent support for children with additional needs. Parents praise the school's commitment to supporting both children and families, and the wide range of clubs and activities available help all pupils develop their talents and interests.
Key Strengths
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils create a safe, happy learning environment
- Excellent reading curriculum from Nursery onwards with expert staff support
- Clear, logical curriculum design with focus on developing communication and vocabulary
- Effective support for pupils with SEND using adapted resources and adult assistance
- Wide range of leadership opportunities and enrichment activities for all pupils
Areas for Improvement
- Teachers do not consistently use assessment checks to correct errors or challenge pupils who have secured their knowledge
- Some pupils have gaps in knowledge because errors are not always addressed
- Handwriting and presentation standards are inconsistent across the school, with expectations not high enough
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with staff properly trained and a strong culture prioritizing pupil safety.
Extracurricular Activities
Cricket visits, kickers and dribblers club, cheerleading, football, chess club, art club, eco council, choir performances at supermarket and care home, road safety and cycling training
Herons' Moor Academy is a nurturing and caring primary school where pupils feel a strong sense of belonging and are well supported in their learning. The school has a clear curriculum focused on communication and provides effective support for pupils with special educational needs.
At a Glance
16.8%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
78 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has improved from 80% to 88%. Maths has remained stable at around 83%. Writing has improved from 75% to 80%.
Class Sizes
30.0
Avg class size
30.0
Infant (KS1)
29.2
KS2
10
Total classes
1 class with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
106%
Over capacity
447 pupils
420 capacity
27 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - Weston-super-Mare
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Weston-super-Mare
Admissions Demand - North Somerset
Places available
2,552
Applications
2,090
Got 1st preference
96.1%
Got preferred school
99.1%
Primary admissions across North Somerset (2025/26)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
5.32495%
Overall absence
12.36264%
Persistent absence
364
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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