Meare Village Primary School
Glastonbury, BA6 9SP · Somerset · primary school
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47th 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 — 6.0/10 against 3,014 of them, against 5.4/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Meare Village Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in RSPCA hedgehog workshops, Forest School, swimming, whole-school art exhibitions, and theatre trips.
Getting in
The published school roll is 100 pupils against a stated capacity of 120. 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 not yet reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children who need additional help with reading or maths? How are class sizes managed to ensure individual attention for each child?
What Ofsted said about Meare Village Primary School
Overview
Meare Village Primary School is judged ‘Good’ across all inspection categories, maintaining high standards since its previous ‘Outstanding’ rating. The report highlights a collaborative culture where pupils are proud, well-behaved, and actively involved in school life, supported by a clear vision and effective leadership.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate strong personal development, showing empathy, respect, and a deep understanding of British values through roles such as ‘well-being ambassadors’.
- Reading provision is effective, with staff skilfully supporting pupils to become fluent and ensuring early readers progress well through focused phonics support.
- The curriculum is broad and well-planned in core subjects, with explicit vocabulary planning helping pupils articulate their learning in mathematics and English.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive appropriate support, with teachers adapting learning based on professional training.
- Attendance is tracked robustly, and the governing body provides effective challenge and support during a period of leadership change.
Areas to improve
- The school must improve the quality assurance of the full curriculum to gain clarity on specific areas for development.
- Some foundation subjects are not well sequenced, preventing pupils from building effectively on prior learning; subject leaders need to ensure better sequencing to aid retention.
Safeguarding
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 | 79% |
| 2023/24 | 43% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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