St Gildas Catholic Primary School
97%
Capacity
219
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Gildas Catholic Primary School
St Gildas Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 219 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 226 places).
Ofsted has rated St Gildas Catholic Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Andie Bartley, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11831st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 106th out of 134 in Somerset.
St Gildas Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 18 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
St Gildas Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (11 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Gildas Catholic Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Tennis, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Science Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, St Gildas Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Mary Street, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 4EG |
| Headteacher | Andie Bartley |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 219 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.8% |
| School Capacity | 219 / 226 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Oct 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11831st of 13,686
Nationally
1186th of 1,469
In South West
106th of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
44%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
11 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
32
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Gildas Catholic Primary 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
Mary Street, Yeovil
Somerset, BA21 4EG
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