Tatworth Primary School
93%
Capacity
196
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Tatworth Primary School
Tatworth Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 196 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Tatworth Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tracey Hart, 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 11867th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 108th out of 134 in Somerset.
Tatworth Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 23 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
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 Tatworth Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Athletics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Eco Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Tatworth 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | School Lane, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2RX |
| Headteacher | Tracey Hart |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 196 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.8% |
| School Capacity | 196 / 210 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11867th of 13,686
Nationally
1193rd of 1,469
In South West
108th 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
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
44%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
32
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Chard
Somerset, TA20 2RX
Journey to School
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