West Pennard Church of England Primary School
107%
Capacity
225
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About West Pennard Church of England Primary School
West Pennard Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Somerset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 225 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated West Pennard Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anthony Wheat, it falls under Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5103rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 134 in Somerset.
West Pennard Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 30 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
West Pennard Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (30 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 West Pennard Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Somerset, West Pennard 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Lane, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8NT |
| Headteacher | Anthony Wheat |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 225 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.2% |
| School Capacity | 225 / 210 (107% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5103rd of 13,686
Nationally
458th of 1,469
In South West
45th of 134
In Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
30 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
42
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (76% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About West Pennard Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Glastonbury
Somerset, BA6 8NT
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