High Ham Church of England Primary School
90%
Capacity
162
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About High Ham Church of England Primary School
High Ham 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 162 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated High Ham Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ann Edwards, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8725th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 73rd out of 134 in Somerset.
High Ham Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 23 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at High Ham Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, High Ham 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 | High Ham, Langport, Somerset, TA10 9BY |
| Headteacher | Ann Edwards |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 162 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.2% |
| School Capacity | 162 / 180 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 9 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8725th of 13,686
Nationally
841st of 1,469
In South West
73rd of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
57%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About High Ham Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
High Ham, Langport
Somerset, TA10 9BY
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