St John's Church of England Primary School

URN: 123900 • Wellington TA21 9EJ

Overview

Name
St John's Church of England Primary School
URN
123900
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
59.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Oliver Priestley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01823662541
Website
Visit
Address
Priory, Wellington TA21 9EJ

Summary

St John's Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Wellington, Somerset, catering to a mixed-gender population of approximately 220 pupils. The school prides itself on being warm, friendly, and inclusive, with a strong emphasis on the wellbeing of its students. The staff are dedicated to ensuring that every child receives a quality education and develops valuable life skills through a diverse curriculum.

The school actively engages with the community, as evidenced by events like the annual tea party hosted by Pupil Chaplains, which fosters connections with local residents. St John's also offers opportunities for parents to visit and learn more about the school, particularly for those considering enrolling their children in the Reception Class.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (31.4%), St John's is committed to supporting all families and ensuring that every child thrives in a nurturing environment. The school’s ethos is rooted in its Church of England foundation, promoting values of care, respect, and community involvement.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
220
Boys
105
Girls
115
FSM %
31.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 220 105 115 31.40
2024-09-11 218 100 118 31.70
2023-09-11 205 107 98 42.00
2022-09-11 205 107 98 42.00
2021-09-11 202 105 97 37.60
2020-09-11 204 112 92 204 28.90

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