Minerva Primary School
84%
Capacity
147
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Minerva Primary School
Minerva Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 147 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 176 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Minerva Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Gareth Nation, it falls under Somerset local authority.
Minerva Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 19 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Minerva Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Forest School, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Minerva 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 | Outer Circle, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2BU |
| Headteacher | Gareth Nation |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 147 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.2% |
| School Capacity | 147 / 176 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jan 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
23
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Outer Circle, Taunton
Somerset, TA1 2BU
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