Preston CofE Primary School
100%
Capacity
419
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Preston CofE Primary School
Preston CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 419 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Claire Hodgson, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 90% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 311th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 134 in Somerset.
Preston CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 129 applications for 59 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Preston CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Cross Country, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Eco Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Preston 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | The Toose, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3SN |
| Headteacher | Claire Hodgson |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 419 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.4% |
| School Capacity | 419 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (90%)
311th of 13,686
Nationally
25th of 1,469
In South West
2nd of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
90%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
95%
'23/24
90%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
129
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Preston CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
The Toose, Yeovil
Somerset, BA21 3SN
Journey to School
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