Hemington Primary School

About Hemington Primary School

Hemington Primary School is a small state primary in Somerset that clearly appeals to local families. For the 2025/26 intake, the school received 11 applications for just 7 places, giving an oversubscription ratio of 1.57, meaning nearly six in ten applicants missed out. All 7 first-preference applicants were offered places, which suggests that while demand is strong, those who put Hemington first have a good chance. The school is led by headteacher Alun Randell and caters for children aged 2 to 11, with nursery provision available. With 57 pupils on roll against a capacity of 49, the school is running slightly over its official number, which may reflect the popularity of its early years offering. The school does not have a religious character, so admissions are handled by the local authority on a straightforward basis.

Academically, Hemington holds a Good rating from its most recent Ofsted inspection in June 2024, a grade it has maintained since its previous inspection in 2012. The inspection breakdown shows particular strength in early years provision, which was rated Outstanding, while quality of education, personal development, behaviour and attitudes, and leadership and management all received Good. The school’s performance in Key Stage 2 SATs is not provided in the data, but the local authority average for KS2 attainment across Somerset primary schools is 59 per cent, which gives a useful benchmark. Only 6 of the 219 primary schools in the local authority have achieved an Outstanding overall rating, so Hemington’s consistent Good rating places it in solid company. The school offers a range of clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Coding, Film Club and Gardening, which support broader personal development.

Facilities include art studios, a sensory room, music rooms, an ICT suite and a chapel, which is unusual for a non-religious school and may reflect the building’s history. Sports on offer are gymnastics, rounders, cross country and cricket. For children with additional needs, the school provides support for specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, social, emotional and mental health needs, speech, language and communication needs, physical disabilities, and other difficulties. This breadth of SEND provision, combined with the small school size and nursery provision, makes Hemington a practical choice for families seeking a close-knit, inclusive environment with strong early years care. The oversubscription ratio suggests that parents value what the school offers, and those considering it should be aware of the competitive entry, particularly for Reception places.

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