North Curry CofE Primary School
85%
Capacity
148
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About North Curry CofE Primary School
North Curry CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 148 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 175 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated North Curry CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Morley, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2831st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 134 in Somerset.
North Curry CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 22 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
North Curry CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (37 responses).
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 North Curry CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Rounders, Tennis, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Art Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, North Curry CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Greenway, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 6NQ |
| Headteacher | Helen Morley |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 148 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.7% |
| School Capacity | 148 / 175 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2831st of 13,686
Nationally
247th of 1,469
In South West
27th of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
37 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About North Curry CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Greenway, Taunton
Somerset, TA3 6NQ
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