Huish Primary School
100%
Capacity
421
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Huish Primary School
Huish 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 421 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Cara Carlock, 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 4343rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 134 in Somerset.
Huish Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 145 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 73 were first-preference applications.
Huish Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.9/5 from 1 parents).
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 Huish Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Tennis, Swimming, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Huish 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 | Carisbrooke Gardens, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 1AY |
| Headteacher | Cara Carlock |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 421 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.3% |
| School Capacity | 421 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4343rd of 13,686
Nationally
364th of 1,469
In South West
37th 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
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
145
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
73 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Huish Primary School
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Contact Information
Carisbrooke Gardens, Yeovil
Somerset, BA20 1AY
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