Staplegrove Church School
Taunton, TA2 6UP · Somerset · primary school
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43rd 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 3,942 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.4/10 among them, against 5.8/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.86 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Staplegrove Church School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 13.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.4 out of 10 among them, against 5.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 206 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Staplegrove Church School
Overview
Staplegrove Church School continues to be a good school, where Christian values are integral to daily life and foster a strong moral code among pupils. Leaders have driven rapid curriculum developments, ensuring coherence and prioritising reading, while staff maintain high expectations and nurturing pastoral support. The inspection confirms that the school remains effective, with pupils behaving well and feeling safe within a positive community.
Strengths
- Christian values are embedded in everyday life, helping pupils develop a "strong moral code" and understand respect and tolerance.
- Reading is a high priority, with staff demonstrating "good subject knowledge" and teaching phonics with "confidence and consistency."
- The curriculum is "coherent and well sequenced," particularly in mathematics where pupils enjoy problem-solving and reasoning.
- Staff are "nurturing" and model positive attitudes, contributing to high morale despite recent staffing changes.
- Leaders provide meaningful enrichment through visitors, trips, and resources that bring learning to life.
Areas to improve
- Some subject curriculums are not implemented as consistently as intended, leading to gaps in pupils’ knowledge; leaders must set clearer expectations for implementation across all subjects.
- Teaching is not always adapted well enough for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), meaning they do not always make the progress they could; support needs to be better structured.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained to recognise concerns and leaders engaging well with external agencies to ensure pupils and families receive timely help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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