Barwick and Stoford Community Primary School
80%
Capacity
65
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Barwick and Stoford Community Primary School
Barwick and Stoford Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 65 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 81 places).
Ofsted has rated Barwick and Stoford Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Cawley (Interim Head), it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13051st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 125th out of 134 in Somerset.
Barwick and Stoford Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 13 applications for 10 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barwick and Stoford Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Tennis, Dance, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Barwick and Stoford Community Primary School is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | South View, Yeovil, Somerset, BA22 9TH |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Cawley (Interim Head) |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 65 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.6% |
| School Capacity | 65 / 81 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13051st of 13,686
Nationally
1374th of 1,469
In South West
125th of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
29%
'23/24
33%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
13
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
South View, Yeovil
Somerset, BA22 9TH
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