Cheddar First School

URN: 123717 • Cheddar BS27 3HN

Overview

Name
Cheddar First School
URN
123717
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Margaret Wookey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Hillfield, Cheddar BS27 3HN

Summary

Cheddar First School is a community primary school located in Cheddar, Somerset, catering to children aged 6 months to 9 years. The school features a spacious campus with ten classrooms, three nursery rooms, extensive playgrounds, and dedicated outdoor learning areas, including a forest school and a pond. This environment supports a holistic approach to education, encouraging outdoor learning and exploration.

The school’s ethos is centred around creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment where children can thrive. Cheddar First School promotes individuality and a love for learning through a creative curriculum and various extracurricular activities, including a choir, sports, and opportunities for learning musical instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing oracy skills, resilience, and emotional intelligence, ensuring that children are well-prepared for their future.

Cheddar First School values community involvement and encourages parental engagement. The school’s vision is guided by core values of safety, readiness, and respect, fostering a positive atmosphere for both students and staff. Parents are invited to tour the school to experience its welcoming environment firsthand.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
5 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
300
Pupils
253
Boys
139
Girls
114
FSM %
11.90
Open date
Close date
2020-03-31
Last Ofsted
2016-06-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 253 139 114 300 11.90
2024-09-11 253 139 114 300 11.90
2023-09-11 253 139 114 300 11.90
2022-09-11 253 139 114 300 11.90
2021-09-11 253 139 114 300 11.90
2020-09-11 253 139 114 300 11.90

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