St Andrew's Church School
103%
Capacity
236
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Andrew's Church School
St Andrew's 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 236 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 230 places).
Ofsted has rated St Andrew's Church School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Kaye Frounks, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12723rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 120th out of 134 in Somerset.
St Andrew's Church School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 30 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
St Andrew's Church School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (37 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Andrew's Church School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Athletics, Tennis, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, St Andrew's 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 | Grove Terrace, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6HA |
| Headteacher | Kaye Frounks |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 236 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.3% |
| School Capacity | 236 / 230 (103% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Oct 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12723rd of 13,686
Nationally
1335th of 1,469
In South West
120th of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
32%
'23/24
38%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
37 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Andrew's Church School
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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
Grove Terrace, Taunton
Somerset, TA2 6HA
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