Staplegrove Church School
97%
Capacity
204
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Staplegrove Church School
Staplegrove Church School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Staplegrove Church School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Armstrong, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6918th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 60th out of 134 in Somerset.
Staplegrove Church School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 28 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Staplegrove Church School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Dance, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Staplegrove 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Hudson Way, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6UP |
| Headteacher | Paul Armstrong |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.8% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 210 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jul 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 3 Aug 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6918th of 13,686
Nationally
654th of 1,469
In South West
60th of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
63%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed28
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hudson Way, Taunton
Somerset, TA2 6UP
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