Chilthorne Domer Church School
100%
Capacity
147
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Chilthorne Domer Church School
Chilthorne Domer Church School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 147 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 147 places).
Ofsted has rated Chilthorne Domer Church School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nichola Chesterton, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12676th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 119th out of 134 in Somerset.
Chilthorne Domer Church School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 21 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chilthorne Domer Church School include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Cricket, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Gardening, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Chilthorne Domer Church 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Main Street, Yeovil, Somerset, BA22 8RD |
| Headteacher | Nichola Chesterton |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 147 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.6% |
| School Capacity | 147 / 147 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Feb 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 24 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12676th of 13,686
Nationally
1326th of 1,469
In South West
119th of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
25%
'23/24
38%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed21
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Main Street, Yeovil
Somerset, BA22 8RD
Journey to School
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