Sampford Arundel Community Primary School
73%
Capacity
44
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Sampford Arundel Community Primary School
Sampford Arundel Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 44 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sampford Arundel Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher J Collier, 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 12079th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 113th out of 134 in Somerset.
Sampford Arundel Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 13 applications for 5 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
Sampford Arundel Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (30 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sampford Arundel Community Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Library, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Rounders, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Sampford Arundel Community 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Sampford Arundel, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9QN |
| Headteacher | J Collier |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 44 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.0% |
| School Capacity | 44 / 60 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12079th of 13,686
Nationally
1237th of 1,469
In South West
113th 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
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
43%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
30 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed5
13
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sampford Arundel, Wellington
Somerset, TA21 9QN
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