Eastover Primary School
Bridgwater, TA6 5EX · Somerset · primary school
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66th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.2/10 against 2,557 of them, against 4.4/10 nationally. 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Eastover Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the School Council and Art Ambassadors.
Getting in
The published school roll is 403 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading or maths? How does the School Council influence school decisions and pupil voice?
What Ofsted said about Eastover Primary School
Overview
Eastover Primary School continues to be a good school, where leaders and staff strive to ensure pupils are ‘discovering and growing together’. The school provides an inclusive environment with strong pastoral support, resulting in pupils who feel safe, happy, and well-behaved.
Strengths
- The curriculum is described as ‘ambitious and well sequenced’, particularly in early reading and science, where knowledge is developed step by step.
- Teachers possess a ‘good knowledge of the subjects they teach’ and present learning clearly, breaking down complex ideas to support all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Pupils benefit from a wide range of activities beyond the classroom, such as trips to art exhibitions and after-school clubs, which broaden their knowledge of the world.
- Leaders support personal development effectively, ensuring pupils know how to keep themselves safe online and understand the importance of respecting diverse cultures and faiths.
- Governors act strategically to create an inclusive school, providing necessary resources and therapeutic support for pupils’ needs.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, the curriculum sequencing needs strengthening to ensure pupils can reach all curriculum aims.
- Fully effective assessment systems are not yet in place in some subjects, meaning leaders do not always know how well pupils learn the most important knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with appropriately trained staff using robust systems to report concerns and provide support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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
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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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