Vallis First School
73%
Capacity
207
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Vallis First School
Vallis First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 9. The school has 207 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Vallis First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Georgina Muxworthy, it falls under Somerset local authority.
Vallis First School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 29 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Vallis First School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (70 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 Vallis First School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Cricket, Dance, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Chess, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, Vallis First 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 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Milk Street, Frome, Somerset, BA11 3DB |
| Headteacher | Georgina Muxworthy |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.5% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 283 (73% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
70 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Milk Street, Frome
Somerset, BA11 3DB
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