Isambard Kingdom Brunel Primary School
49%
Capacity
231
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Isambard Kingdom Brunel Primary School
Isambard Kingdom Brunel Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 231 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (49% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Isambard Kingdom Brunel Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Wootton, it falls under Somerset local authority.
Isambard Kingdom Brunel Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 82 applications for 52 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Isambard Kingdom Brunel Primary School include Forest School, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Science Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Isambard Kingdom Brunel 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Thomas Place, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8FP |
| Headteacher | Andrew Wootton |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.6% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 472 (49% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jul 2023. 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
82
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thomas Place, Wellington
Somerset, TA21 8FP
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