Somerfords' Walter Powell CofE Academy | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026

A Christian values led education that provides opportunities to enjoy 'Life in all its Fullness' through inspirational staff leading personalised learning, and encouraging aspirational pupils who have respect for themselves, others and their environment. to provide a stimulating environment in which children are given the opportunity to fully develop their spiritual, intellectual, emotional and social potential;. to create a framework of love, security, trust and respect which comes from a school community committed to Christian teaching;. to develop personal moral values, respect for religious values, and understanding of other races, religions and ways of life;. to enable children to acquire knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to an ever-changing world;. to value achievement and aspiration, recognising success at each level of development;. to give each child a sense of their own worth and a respect for others, enabling them to live together in society. Our small size, which gives us a family-like atmosphere with no age gaps between the children, is something we value much. Every child has a chance to succeed since they all know and care about one another. Our teachers may tailor their instruction to each student's needs, and they do it according to ability rather than age. We think it's critical to advance fundamental Christian principles that guide behaviour and foster moral and spiritual awareness. Christian principles come in many forms, but the ones we've picked are as follows. We relate these values throughout the school in teaching and learning, through play, celebrating success and goodness and relating them to Bible stories and in our assemblies.