South Petherton Junior School
URN: 123720 • South Petherton TA13 5AG
Overview
- Name
- South Petherton Junior School
- URN
- 123720
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 63.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rebecca Cawley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01460240172
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hayes End, South Petherton TA13 5AG
Summary
South Petherton Junior School is a community primary school located in South Petherton, Somerset, catering to 138 pupils with a capacity of 148. The school is committed to providing a high-quality education in a supportive environment, focusing on both academic and social development. With a diverse curriculum, the school emphasizes the importance of basic skills, creative arts, and critical thinking, ensuring that each child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
The school operates under a clear vision and set of values, which include respect, self-motivation, care, perseverance, and kindness. These principles guide the school's expectations for student behaviour, fostering a culture of readiness, respect, and safety among pupils. The dedicated staff, led by Interim Headteacher Rebecca Cawley, work collaboratively with families to support each child's learning journey.
Additionally, South Petherton Junior School benefits from its partnership with South Petherton C of E Infants and Pre-School, enhancing the educational experience through shared values and resources. This collaboration aims to nurture confident and capable learners prepared for future challenges. For more information, visit their website at [South Petherton Junior School](https://www.southpetherton-jun.somerset.sch.uk/).
The school operates under a clear vision and set of values, which include respect, self-motivation, care, perseverance, and kindness. These principles guide the school's expectations for student behaviour, fostering a culture of readiness, respect, and safety among pupils. The dedicated staff, led by Interim Headteacher Rebecca Cawley, work collaboratively with families to support each child's learning journey.
Additionally, South Petherton Junior School benefits from its partnership with South Petherton C of E Infants and Pre-School, enhancing the educational experience through shared values and resources. This collaboration aims to nurture confident and capable learners prepared for future challenges. For more information, visit their website at [South Petherton Junior School](https://www.southpetherton-jun.somerset.sch.uk/).
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 138 | 62 | 76 | 148 | 18.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 145 | 62 | 83 | 148 | 16.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 141 | 61 | 80 | 120 | 23.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 141 | 61 | 80 | 120 | 23.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 136 | 55 | 81 | 120 | 20.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 134 | 57 | 77 | 120 | 18.70 |
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