West Pennard Church of England Primary School
Glastonbury, BA6 8NT · Somerset · primary school
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60th 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 4,112 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.6/10 among them, against 5.0/10 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 62% | 2.68 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 38% | 2.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
West Pennard Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 9.0% reached 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 3.6 out of 10 among them, against 5.0 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Eco-club, the Nurture lunchtime group, and Mini Mojos. They participate in swimming, a mile a day, and country dancing. Trips include Forest School and eco-education, with an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 219 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How is the after-school club structured for wraparound care?
What Ofsted said about West Pennard Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as “happy and safe” in a school where they are “extremely proud” and demonstrate “exemplary” behaviour. The report highlights an “ambitious curriculum” and “exceptional” personal development, though it notes that assessment practices are not yet consistent across all subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils display “high levels of respect and kindness” and are “exceptionally polite and well mannered”.
- The provision for pupils’ wider development is “exceptional”, offering rich opportunities in music, dance, and sports.
- Staff are “skilled in the teaching of phonics and early reading”, ensuring pupils become “confident, fluent readers”.
- Robust processes identify and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) effectively.
- Governors have “detailed knowledge” of the school’s effectiveness and hold leaders to account.
Areas to improve
- Assessment is “not as effective in some subjects as in others”, meaning some pupils are “not moved on quickly enough” to deepen their knowledge. The school must ensure assessment is “equally effective in all subjects”.
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 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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