Stawley Primary School
82%
Capacity
53
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Stawley Primary School
Stawley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 53 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 65 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Stawley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jacqui Collier, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 89% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 377th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 134 in Somerset.
Stawley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 11 applications for 8 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
Stawley Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (25 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stawley Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Athletics, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Gardening, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Stawley 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Appley Cross, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 0HH |
| Headteacher | Jacqui Collier |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 53 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.7% |
| School Capacity | 53 / 65 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (89%)
377th of 13,686
Nationally
32nd of 1,469
In South West
5th of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
89%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
90%
'23/24
89%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
25 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
11
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (91% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stawley Primary School
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Contact Information
Appley Cross, Wellington
Somerset, TA21 0HH
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