Schools in Shepton Mallet
There are 10 schools in Shepton Mallet on the Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register, including 7 primary and 1 secondary schools, under Somerset local authority. Every name links to the school's official record (data retrieved 5 June 2026).
A register, not an admissions guide
Primary schools in Shepton Mallet (7)
- Bowlish Infant SchoolCommunity school · BA4 5JQ
- Ditcheat Primary SchoolCommunity school · BA4 6RB
- Evercreech Church of England Primary SchoolAcademy converter · BA4 6EH
- Shepton Mallet Community Infants' School & NurseryCommunity school · BA4 5HE
- St Aldhelms Church SchoolAcademy converter · BA4 4PL
- St Paul's Church of England VC Junior SchoolVoluntary controlled school · BA4 5LA
- Upton Noble CofE VC Primary SchoolVoluntary controlled school · BA4 6AU
Secondary schools in Shepton Mallet (1)
- WhitstoneAcademy converter · BA4 5PF
Other phases in Shepton Mallet (2)
- All Hallows SchoolOther independent school · BA4 4SF
- The Mendip SchoolFree schools special · BA4 4FZ
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Frequently asked questions
How many schools are there in Shepton Mallet?
The Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register lists 10 open schools with a Shepton Mallet address (as of 5 June 2026), including 7 primary and 1 secondary schools. Schools open, close and convert over time, so always check the official record for the latest position.
Does living in Shepton Mallet guarantee a place at these schools?
No. Each school's admissions are governed by its own policy and the local authority's coordinated process. Distance is often a tie-breaker behind criteria like siblings, faith and catchment, so being nearby helps but never guarantees a place. Always check the school's current admissions policy and last year's cut-off distance.
Where does this list come from?
Every school on this page comes from the Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register, retrieved on 5 June 2026. Each name links to the school's official record, which is the place to verify details before relying on them.
How do I check the distance from a home to a school in Shepton Mallet?
Use our free Find Schools Near a Postcode tool to see every school within a chosen radius of a postcode, or the School Distance Calculator to measure a specific home-to-school distance. Both use straight-line distance, which is a planning aid — local authorities may measure differently for admissions.