Herne View Church of England Primary
URN: 123764 • Ilminster TA19 0BL
Overview
- Name
- Herne View Church of England Primary
- URN
- 123764
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 65.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire Oaten (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 0146052686
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ditton Street, Ilminster TA19 0BL
Summary
Herne View Church of England Primary School, located in Ilminster, Somerset, is a voluntary controlled primary school serving a mixed-gender population of 440 pupils. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment, welcoming families from diverse backgrounds and ensuring that every child is valued as an individual. The ethos of the school is rooted in Christian values, promoting dignity, respect, and a sense of community.
The curriculum at Herne View is designed to be broad and balanced, encouraging children to engage in both academic and creative pursuits. The school emphasizes social and emotional development alongside academic achievement, with a commitment to providing enriching experiences through activities such as Forest School, arts, and sports education. Facilities include a swimming pool, gymnasium, and dedicated classrooms for cookery, STEM, and design technology.
Herne View actively collaborates with local organizations to enhance learning opportunities for its pupils, ensuring that education extends beyond the classroom. The school aims to nurture confident, independent learners who are well-prepared for their future educational journeys.
The curriculum at Herne View is designed to be broad and balanced, encouraging children to engage in both academic and creative pursuits. The school emphasizes social and emotional development alongside academic achievement, with a commitment to providing enriching experiences through activities such as Forest School, arts, and sports education. Facilities include a swimming pool, gymnasium, and dedicated classrooms for cookery, STEM, and design technology.
Herne View actively collaborates with local organizations to enhance learning opportunities for its pupils, ensuring that education extends beyond the classroom. The school aims to nurture confident, independent learners who are well-prepared for their future educational journeys.
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Nearby alternatives
- Neroche Primary School (75.4)
- Ashill Community Primary School (73.2)
- Ilton First School (45.2)
- Neroche Primary School (44.4)
- Shepton Beauchamp Church School (40.3)
Key details
- LA
- Somerset
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 525
- Pupils
- 440
- Boys
- 229
- Girls
- 211
- FSM %
- 20.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 440 | 229 | 211 | 525 | 20.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 462 | 247 | 215 | 525 | 20.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 337 | 187 | 150 | 525 | 18.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 337 | 187 | 150 | 380 | 18.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 319 | 181 | 138 | 380 | 17.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 320 | 178 | 142 | 380 | 15.90 |
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