St George's Catholic School
106%
Capacity
223
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St George's Catholic School
St George's Catholic School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 223 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St George's Catholic School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Edwina McDonnell, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10135th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 87th out of 134 in Somerset.
St George's Catholic School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 24 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe 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 St George's Catholic School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Dance, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Coding, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, St George's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | The Mount, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3NR |
| Headteacher | Edwina McDonnell |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 223 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.9% |
| School Capacity | 223 / 210 (106% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10135th of 13,686
Nationally
992nd of 1,469
In South West
87th of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
52%
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.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St George's Catholic School
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Contact Information
The Mount, Taunton
Somerset, TA1 3NR
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