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The King Alfred School, Highbridge

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King Alfred's School, Highbridge
King Alfred's School, Highbridge

The King Alfred School is a coeducational secondary school and sixth form located in Highbridge, Somerset, England. It is an academy and part of The Priory Learning Trust. It serves Brent Knoll, Highbridge, Burnham-on-Sea and the surrounding villages. In 2007, the school celebrated its 50th anniversary. In 2017 it had 1375 pupils.The school is associated with the King Alfred Sports Centre which is next to the school site. There is some evidence of Roman remains under the school playing field.

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The King Alfred School, Highbridge
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TA9 3EE , Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge
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