Combe St Nicholas Church of England VA Primary School

URN: 123828 • Chard TA20 3NG

Overview

Name
Combe St Nicholas Church of England VA Primary School
URN
123828
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Christine Maxwell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
0146063116
Website
Visit
Address
Combe St Nicholas, Chard TA20 3NG

Summary

Combe St Nicholas Church of England VA Primary School, located in Chard, Somerset, serves a mixed-gender population of 102 pupils, with a capacity for 120. As a voluntary aided school, it is dedicated to providing a nurturing environment rooted in Christian values, encapsulated in its vision of helping children achieve "life in all its fullness" (John 10:10). The school aims to inspire students through a broad and balanced curriculum, fostering both academic and personal growth.

The school community is characterized by a strong sense of togetherness, as noted in feedback from recent inspections. Parents and visitors have praised the engaging and innovative curriculum, which prepares pupils for future challenges while promoting life-long learning. The school also emphasizes the importance of understanding the wider world, encouraging pupils to contribute positively to their community.

Combe St Nicholas C of E Primary School is committed to ensuring that every child feels valued and supported. The dedicated staff and active Parent-Teacher Association (PFA) work collaboratively to enhance the educational experience, making the school a vibrant hub at the heart of the village.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
120
Pupils
102
Boys
49
Girls
53
FSM %
10.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-09-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 102 49 53 120 10.80
2024-09-11 96 48 48 120 14.60
2023-09-11 104 56 48 120 10.60
2022-09-11 104 56 48 120 10.60
2021-09-11 94 58 36 120 13.80
2020-09-11 108 59 49 120 9.30

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