Cannington Church of England Primary School
URN: 123786 • Bridgwater TA5 2HP
Overview
- Name
- Cannington Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 123786
- 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
- 62.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire Nurse (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01278652368
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Brook Street, Bridgwater TA5 2HP
Summary
Cannington Church of England Primary School, located in Bridgwater, Somerset, is a voluntary controlled primary school with a current enrolment of 164 pupils and a capacity for 175. Established in 1856, the school is deeply rooted in Christian values and works in partnership with The Church of St Mary the Virgin and The Diocese of Bath and Wells. The school’s ethos is centred around nurturing the minds, bodies, and spirits of all students, promoting a sense of belonging and community.
The curriculum at Cannington is designed to support the holistic development of each child, focusing on social, emotional, academic, and spiritual growth. The school emphasises four key values: friendship, forgiveness, trust, and hope, which guide interactions and learning experiences within the school community.
Cannington offers a range of facilities, including classrooms, a library, and outdoor learning spaces, which enhance the educational experience. The school is committed to providing a supportive environment where every child can thrive and flourish, reflecting its vision inspired by Psalm 92:12-15.
The curriculum at Cannington is designed to support the holistic development of each child, focusing on social, emotional, academic, and spiritual growth. The school emphasises four key values: friendship, forgiveness, trust, and hope, which guide interactions and learning experiences within the school community.
Cannington offers a range of facilities, including classrooms, a library, and outdoor learning spaces, which enhance the educational experience. The school is committed to providing a supportive environment where every child can thrive and flourish, reflecting its vision inspired by Psalm 92:12-15.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- The Messenger (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Somerset Council School Calendar - Term Dates (calendar)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 164 | 93 | 71 | 175 | 15.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 181 | 102 | 79 | 182 | 16.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 170 | 90 | 80 | 182 | 15.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 170 | 90 | 80 | 172 | 15.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 181 | 89 | 92 | 175 | 16.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 188 | 95 | 93 | 175 | 14.40 |
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