North Cadbury Church of England Primary School

About North Cadbury Church of England Primary School

North Cadbury Church of England Primary School is a popular choice among local families, with 13 applications chasing just 8 places for the 2025/26 reception intake, giving an oversubscription ratio of 1.63. All eight first-preference applicants were offered a spot, suggesting that while the school is in demand, those who put it top of their list have a strong chance. The school is a small, Church of England state primary for children aged 2 to 11, with 94 pupils on roll against a capacity of 120, so there is some room for growth. Headteacher Amy Truett leads a school where 22.9% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, a figure that points to a genuinely mixed catchment. The school also offers nursery provision, which can be a real bonus for families looking for continuity from early years through to Year 6.

Academically, North Cadbury performs well above the local average. In the 2023/24 Key Stage 2 tests, 75% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, compared with a Somerset average of just 59%. The school ranks 25th out of 134 primary schools in the local authority, placing it in the top 25% nationally. At the higher standard, 38% of pupils achieved in all three subjects, with particularly strong results in maths where 75% reached the higher threshold and the average scaled score was 109. Reading and writing also saw solid higher-standard scores of 63% and 38% respectively. This academic strength is backed by a recent Ofsted inspection in September 2023, which upgraded the school from a previous Inadequate rating to Good across all areas, including quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and early years provision.

The school grounds include playing fields, an outdoor playground, a library, a dining hall, music rooms and a chapel, reflecting its Church of England foundation. Sports on offer include netball, dance, rounders and tennis, while clubs such as art, gardening, chess, film club and choir provide plenty of enrichment. For families with children who need extra support, the school lists SEND provisions for social, emotional and mental health needs, speech, language and communication needs, and hearing impairment. With its strong academic results, clear oversubscription and a warm, community feel, North Cadbury is a solid choice for families in the Somerset area who want a good local primary with a Christian character and a track record of helping children achieve well above the county average.

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