Norton St Philip Church of England First School
92%
Capacity
55
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Norton St Philip Church of England First School
Norton St Philip Church of England First School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 9. The school has 55 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 60 places).
Ofsted has rated Norton St Philip Church of England First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Georgina Muxworthy, it falls under Somerset local authority.
Norton St Philip Church of England First School is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 12 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Norton St Philip Church of England First School include Sensory Room, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Cricket, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Norton St Philip Church of England First 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 | 4 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Street, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7LU |
| Headteacher | Georgina Muxworthy |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 55 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.5% |
| School Capacity | 55 / 60 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Feb 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed12
28
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Street, Bath
Somerset, BA2 7LU
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