Pen Mill Infant and Nursery Academy
86%
Capacity
155
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Pen Mill Infant and Nursery Academy
Pen Mill Infant and Nursery Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 155 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pen Mill Infant and Nursery Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Tracy Manning, it falls under Somerset local authority.
Pen Mill Infant and Nursery Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 26 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pen Mill Infant and Nursery Academy include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Gymnasium.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cross Country, Netball, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Book Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Pen Mill Infant and Nursery Academy 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | St. Michaels Avenue, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 4LD |
| Headteacher | Tracy Manning |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 155 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.7% |
| School Capacity | 155 / 180 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Dec 2022. 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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
36
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St. Michaels Avenue, Yeovil
Somerset, BA21 4LD
St. Michaels Avenue, Yeovil
Somerset, BA21 4LD
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