Holway Park Community Primary School
85%
Capacity
369
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Holway Park Community Primary School
Holway Park Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 369 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 434 places).
Ofsted has rated Holway Park Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Susan Brewer, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11177th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 102nd out of 134 in Somerset.
Holway Park Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 26 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Holway Park Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 71% recommending the school (31 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holway Park Community Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Athletics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Chess, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Holway Park Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Shakespeare Avenue, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2JA |
| Headteacher | Susan Brewer |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 369 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.7% |
| School Capacity | 369 / 434 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Feb 2025): Some aspects not as strong
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Oct 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11177th of 13,686
Nationally
1112th of 1,469
In South West
102nd of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
48%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
31 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed26
34
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
23 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 Holway Park Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Shakespeare Avenue, Taunton
Somerset, TA1 2JA
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