Shepton Beauchamp Church School
Ilminster, TA19 0LQ · Somerset · primary school
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97th 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 3,893 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.1/10 among them, against 3.8/10 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 | 43.0 · 11 | 62% | 0.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 38% | 3.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Shepton Beauchamp Church School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 14.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.1 out of 10 among them, against 3.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 23 pupils against a stated capacity of 72. 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 below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to help children reach the higher standard in maths? How does the small class size affect the daily teaching approach?
What Ofsted said about Shepton Beauchamp Church School
Overview
Shepton Beauchamp Church School is described as an "inclusive, ambitious village school" where pupils "achieve well" and make a "flying start" from Reception. The inspection highlights "ambitious, thoughtful leadership" that ensures every decision considers what is in the "best interests of pupils," resulting in strong outcomes across all key judgement areas.
Strengths
- Staff "know each pupil individually" and adapt lessons to capture interests, helping pupils learn the curriculum successfully, particularly in English and mathematics.
- Pupils’ behaviour is "excellent"; they work hard, enjoy learning, and bullying is "not an issue."
- The school has an "effective curriculum" with a "sharp focus on what pupils need to learn," ensuring learning is sequenced appropriately.
- Reading has the "highest priority," with a "robust programme" that helps pupils learn to read rapidly and develop a "love of books and stories."
- Pupils are "included very successfully," with precise identification and meeting of needs for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Areas to improve
- The school should "continue to embed and develop the curriculum so that pupils’ learning is consistently strong in all subjects," as some elements are not yet as established as others.
- Specifically, in art and design, pupils’ knowledge of different artists and art from different cultures remains "limited" because they have not yet learned enough of the newly developed curriculum.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
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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