West Pennard Church of England Primary School

URN: 123780 • Glastonbury BA6 8NT

Overview

Name
West Pennard Church of England Primary School
URN
123780
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
74.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Anthony Wheat (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01458832866
Website
Visit
Address
Church Lane, Glastonbury BA6 8NT

Summary

West Pennard Church of England Primary School, located in Glastonbury, Somerset, is a voluntary controlled primary school with a mixed-gender population of 225 pupils. The school operates with a capacity of 210 and is committed to fostering a nurturing environment that promotes resilience, confidence, creativity, and independence among its students. The school’s motto, "To Try is to Triumph," reflects its dedication to encouraging all learners to reach their full potential.

The curriculum at West Pennard CE Primary is innovative and diverse, enriched by a variety of extracurricular activities, including drama, sports, and music. The school offers a Breakfast Club starting at 7:30 am and an After School Club until 6:00 pm, providing additional support for working families. The inclusive Christian ethos is central to the school’s values, guiding the development of kind and polite learners who are encouraged to strive for excellence.

Governance at the school is overseen by a dedicated governing body that supports the headteacher in managing daily operations and ensuring the school meets its aims and objectives. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and opportunities for visits are welcomed to experience the vibrant learning environment firsthand.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
225
Boys
103
Girls
122
FSM %
10.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2014-07-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 225 103 122 210 10.20
2024-09-11 219 104 115 210 10.50
2023-09-11 213 107 106 210 10.30
2022-09-11 213 107 106 210 10.30
2021-09-11 213 106 107 210 8.00
2020-09-11 215 113 102 210 6.50

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