Cannington Church of England Primary School
Bridgwater, TA5 2HP · Somerset · primary school
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31st of 156 primary schools in Somerset we can score, 219 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 6.4/10 against 4,158 of them, against 6.4/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 71.0 · 68 | 62% | 4.19 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 38% | 2.19 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Cannington Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 8.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (6.4 out of 10 either way).
Getting in
The published school roll is 171 pupils against a stated capacity of 175. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects? What does a typical day look like for a child in the final year of primary education? How does the school manage transitions for pupils moving to secondary education?
What Ofsted said about Cannington Church of England Primary School
Overview
The report states that while children in Reception get off to a "strong start" with "clear routines and high expectations," pupils in Years 1 to 6 do not learn the curriculum as well due to expectations that have "not been high enough." The quality of education and leadership and management are judged as requiring improvement, whereas behaviour, personal development, and early years provision are rated as good.
Strengths
- Children in the early years benefit from "clear explanations" and opportunities for "purposeful play," developing strong phonics, mathematics, and social skills.
- The school has "strengthened the reading curriculum," ensuring youngest children read books matched to their sounds, leading to improved achievements and positive attitudes.
- Systems for supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "particularly effective," ensuring accurate identification and close work with parents.
- Pupils generally behave well, are "keen to learn," and value opportunities to develop leadership through roles such as school council members and buddies.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure pedagogical choices enable pupils to "build knowledge over time" and deepen understanding, as current work does not always help them retain new knowledge.
- Leaders should address "significant gaps in their writing knowledge" so pupils write well in all subjects and are prepared for their next steps.
- The school must urgently improve record-keeping systems, particularly for safeguarding referrals, to ensure they are "in line with statutory guidance" and monitored with rigour.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with pupils feeling safe and staff knowing how to report concerns, though the report notes that actions and outcomes of referrals are not always recorded and the current system is not compliant with statutory guidance.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 37% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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