Creech St Michael Church of England Primary School
92%
Capacity
270
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Creech St Michael Church of England Primary School
Creech St Michael Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 270 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 294 places).
Ofsted has rated Creech St Michael Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Chloe Holt, 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 4724th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 134 in Somerset.
Creech St Michael Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 34 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Creech St Michael Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Creech St Michael Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Hyde Lane, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 5QQ |
| Headteacher | Chloe Holt |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 270 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.9% |
| School Capacity | 270 / 294 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Oct 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4724th of 13,686
Nationally
419th of 1,469
In South West
43rd 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
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Creech St Michael Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Hyde Lane, Taunton
Somerset, TA3 5QQ
Journey to School
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