Curry Mallet Church of England Primary School
64%
Capacity
58
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Curry Mallet Church of England Primary School
Curry Mallet Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 58 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Curry Mallet Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katie Hill, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3231st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 134 in Somerset.
Curry Mallet Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 12 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
Curry Mallet Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (34 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Curry Mallet Church of England Primary School include Gymnasium, Library, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Athletics, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Curry Mallet 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Lower Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 6TA |
| Headteacher | Katie Hill |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 58 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.3% |
| School Capacity | 58 / 90 (64% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3231st of 13,686
Nationally
282nd of 1,469
In South West
30th of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
34 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
19
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Curry Mallet Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
Lower Street, Taunton
Somerset, TA3 6TA
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