Norton Sub Hamdon Church School
67%
Capacity
80
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Norton Sub Hamdon Church School
Norton Sub Hamdon Church School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 80 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Norton Sub Hamdon Church School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Connel Boyle, it falls under Somerset local authority.
Norton Sub Hamdon Church School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 8 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Norton Sub Hamdon Church School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Netball, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Science Club, Eco Club, Book Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Norton Sub Hamdon Church 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | New Road, Stoke-Sub-Hamdon, Somerset, TA14 6SF |
| Headteacher | Connel Boyle |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 80 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.5% |
| School Capacity | 80 / 120 (67% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
16
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
New Road, Stoke-Sub-Hamdon
Somerset, TA14 6SF
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