Bruton Primary School

URN: 123899 • Bruton BA10 0DP

Overview

Name
Bruton Primary School
URN
123899
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
79.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachael Bisset (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01749812331
Website
Visit
Address
Higher Backway, Bruton BA10 0DP

Summary

Bruton Primary School is a mixed foundation primary school located in the historic town of Bruton, Somerset. With a current enrolment of 256 pupils and a capacity of 277, the school fosters a nurturing and stimulating environment aimed at raising achievement through collaborative efforts among staff, governors, and the local community. The school’s ethos emphasizes the development of confident and independent learners through an enquiry-based curriculum that aligns with the National Curriculum 2014.

The school offers a range of outdoor learning opportunities, including a dedicated forest school area and its own swimming pool, which enhances the educational experience for students. Reception classes are designed to promote child-initiated learning in both indoor and outdoor settings, encouraging exploration and creativity among the youngest learners.

Bruton Primary School actively involves parents in the educational journey, inviting them to participate in various school activities and celebrations. The school is committed to safeguarding and supporting all students, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for their growth and development.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
277
Pupils
256
Boys
131
Girls
125
FSM %
10.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 256 131 125 277 10.50
2024-09-11 252 128 124 277 9.90
2023-09-11 239 120 119 277 14.60
2022-09-11 239 120 119 277 14.60
2021-09-11 236 113 123 277 12.70
2020-09-11 223 110 113 277 9.90

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