Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary
87%
Capacity
128
Pupils
5.0x
Demand
About Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 128 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 147 places).
Ofsted has rated Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Danuta Girton, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12057th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 111th out of 134 in Somerset.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 4 places, making it 5.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 63% recommending the school (43 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary include Forest School, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Dance, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Tout Hill, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9DH |
| Headteacher | Danuta Girton |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 128 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.6% |
| School Capacity | 128 / 147 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12057th of 13,686
Nationally
1234th of 1,469
In South West
111th of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
43%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
43 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed4
20
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Tout Hill, Wincanton
Somerset, BA9 9DH
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