King Ina Church of England Academy
88%
Capacity
368
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About King Ina Church of England Academy
King Ina Church of England Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 368 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated King Ina Church of England Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Susannah Svenson, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9588th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 80th out of 134 in Somerset.
King Ina Church of England Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 45 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at King Ina Church of England Academy include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Cross Country, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, King Ina Church of England Academy 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Northfield, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 6FQ |
| Headteacher | Susannah Svenson |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 368 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.3% |
| School Capacity | 368 / 420 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9588th of 13,686
Nationally
932nd of 1,469
In South West
80th of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
54%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
58
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (79% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About King Ina Church of England Academy
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Contact Information
Northfield, Somerton
Somerset, TA11 6FQ
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