Horrington Primary School
Wells, BA5 3EB · Somerset · primary school
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143rd 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 the 4,292 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2/10 among them, against 2.4/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Horrington Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school "Requires improvement" in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2 out of 10 among them, against 2.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Chess, Multi-Sports, Creative Explorers Art, and Football Clubs. Sports include tennis, cricket, cross-country, swimming, gymnastics, and boccia. Arts features dance workshops and pantomime. Trips visit Wells Cathedral, farms, railways, quarries, and castles. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 100 pupils against a stated capacity of 117. 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 reach the higher standard in maths? What specific actions are being taken to address the "Requires improvement" rating? How does the curriculum prepare children for the transition to secondary school?
What Ofsted said about Horrington Primary School
Overview
The report states that Horrington Primary School has experienced a "turbulent time" with recent changes to leadership and staffing, resulting in an overall judgement of "Requires improvement". While leaders have a "strong vision" and pupils are adapting to new arrangements, the school acknowledges that "pupils do not achieve as well as they should" due to curriculum and assessment gaps.
Strengths
- Personal development is rated "Good", with pupils developing "confidence and resilience" through sporting events and visits to places like Glastonbury Abbey.
- Pupils demonstrate a "comprehensive understanding of British values" and are knowledgeable about staying safe online and in the wider environment.
- Attendance is strong, and pupils are described as "inquisitive" and eager to share their learning, knowing a "trusted adult will help them if they have any worries".
- Staff are "proud to work at the school" and feel "well supported" by the trust, which has the expertise to remedy areas requiring improvement.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum in many subjects is "not fully developed or implemented", meaning pupils are not supported well enough to build subject knowledge over time.
- Assessment is "not sufficiently developed" to check pupil understanding, leading to "ongoing gaps in their knowledge" that are not identified or rectified.
- Behaviour expectations are not consistently applied by all staff, and the school does not always identify the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) promptly.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 46% |
| 2023/24 | 38% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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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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