Hamp Nursery and Infants' School
95%
Capacity
256
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Hamp Nursery and Infants' School
Hamp Nursery and Infants' School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 256 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hamp Nursery and Infants' School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mary Weatherburn, it falls under Somerset local authority.
Hamp Nursery and Infants' School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 57 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hamp Nursery and Infants' School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Hamp Nursery and Infants' 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hamp Nursery and Infants School, Rhode Lane, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 6JB |
| Headteacher | Mary Weatherburn |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 256 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.5% |
| School Capacity | 256 / 270 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
61
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (79% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hamp Nursery and Infants School, Rhode Lane, Bridgwater
Somerset, TA6 6JB
Hamp Nursery and Infants School, Rhode Lane, Bridgwater
Somerset, TA6 6JB
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