Eastover Primary School
97%
Capacity
407
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Eastover Primary School
Eastover Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 407 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Eastover Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Beverley Alcock, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4426th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 134 in Somerset.
Eastover Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 60 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Eastover Primary School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Swimming, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Eastover 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Wellington Road, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5EX |
| Headteacher | Beverley Alcock |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 407 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.0% |
| School Capacity | 407 / 420 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 May 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Dec 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4426th of 13,686
Nationally
381st of 1,469
In South West
39th of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
70%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
87
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eastover Primary School
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Contact Information
Wellington Road, Bridgwater
Somerset, TA6 5EX
Journey to School
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