St Benedict's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School
95%
Capacity
227
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St Benedict's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School
St Benedict's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 227 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated St Benedict's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Piers Ranger, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6520th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 134 in Somerset.
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 Benedict's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School include Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Rounders, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, St Benedict's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Benedict Street, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 9EX |
| Headteacher | Piers Ranger |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 227 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.4% |
| School Capacity | 227 / 240 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6520th of 13,686
Nationally
610th of 1,469
In South West
55th of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
64%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Benedict's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School
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Contact Information
Benedict Street, Glastonbury
Somerset, BA6 9EX
Benedict Street, Glastonbury
Somerset, BA6 9EX
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