Birchfield Community Primary School
99%
Capacity
417
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Birchfield Community Primary School
Birchfield Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 417 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Birchfield Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Judy Parker, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4616th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 134 in Somerset.
Birchfield Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 53 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Birchfield Community Primary School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Dance, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Birchfield 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Birchfield Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 5RL |
| Headteacher | Judy Parker |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 417 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.1% |
| School Capacity | 417 / 420 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4616th of 13,686
Nationally
408th of 1,469
In South West
42nd of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
69%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
75
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Birchfield Road, Yeovil
Somerset, BA21 5RL
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