Midsomer Norton Primary School
86%
Capacity
270
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Midsomer Norton Primary School
Midsomer Norton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bath and North East Somerset community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 270 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Midsomer Norton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alun Randell, it falls under Bath and North East Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5060th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 52 in Bath and North East Somerset.
Midsomer Norton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 23 places, making it 2.8x 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 Midsomer Norton Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Athletics, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Choir, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, Midsomer Norton 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | High Street, Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset, BA3 2DR |
| Headteacher | Alun Randell |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 270 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.4% |
| School Capacity | 270 / 315 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Feb 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5060th of 13,686
Nationally
456th of 1,469
In South West
18th of 52
In Bath and North East Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
68%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
High Street, Radstock
Bath and North East Somerset, BA3 2DR
High Street, Radstock
Bath and North East Somerset, BA3 2DR
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