
Brymore Academy is a state boarding school located in Cannington, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5 2NB. Catering exclusively to boys aged 11 to 17, the academy has a total enrolment of 346 students, nearing its capacity of 350. The school operates in a semi-rural setting, serving the local community and surrounding areas. As a non-selective academy sponsored by the Academies Trust, Brymore Academy is known for its unique blend of academic and practical education, with a focus on traditional values embodied in its motto, 'Diligentia et labore' (Labour with Diligence). The school offers free education to day pupils and a boarding option, making it one of only 30 state boarding schools in the UK.
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1 published inspection on file since November 2019.
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Section 8 (did not convert)