St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School
113%
Capacity
476
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School
St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 476 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Morwenna Dunstan, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7016th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 62nd out of 134 in Somerset.
St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 59 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (112 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 Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Library, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Football, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Book Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Oakfield Road, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 7LX |
| Headteacher | Morwenna Dunstan |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 476 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.3% |
| School Capacity | 476 / 420 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7016th of 13,686
Nationally
664th of 1,469
In South West
62nd of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
112 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Oakfield Road, Bridgwater
Somerset, TA6 7LX
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