Somerset Progressive School
URN: 133527 • Taunton TA3 5RH
Overview
- Name
- Somerset Progressive School
- URN
- 133527
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Karl Templeman (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01823481902
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bath House Farm, Taunton TA3 5RH
Summary
Somerset Progressive School, located in Taunton, Somerset, is an independent special school that caters to a mixed-gender population of 64 pupils, with a capacity of 65. As part of the Keys Education family, the school is dedicated to providing specialist therapeutic education tailored to meet the unique needs of each student. This approach ensures that all pupils have the opportunity to achieve their full potential in a supportive environment.
The school is committed to fostering positive behaviour and personal growth, having received recognition for its excellence in education, including the Positive Behaviour Support Award at the National Learning Disabilities and Autism Awards in 2019. The ethos of Somerset Progressive School revolves around understanding and addressing the individual challenges faced by students, promoting both academic success and emotional wellbeing.
Parents can access essential information and resources through the school's website, which includes policies, term dates, and guidance on supporting their child's educational journey. The school emphasizes collaboration with families to enhance the educational experience and outcomes for all pupils.
The school is committed to fostering positive behaviour and personal growth, having received recognition for its excellence in education, including the Positive Behaviour Support Award at the National Learning Disabilities and Autism Awards in 2019. The ethos of Somerset Progressive School revolves around understanding and addressing the individual challenges faced by students, promoting both academic success and emotional wellbeing.
Parents can access essential information and resources through the school's website, which includes policies, term dates, and guidance on supporting their child's educational journey. The school emphasizes collaboration with families to enhance the educational experience and outcomes for all pupils.
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Nearby alternatives
- Selworthy Special School (54.0)
- Sky College (52.8)
- Cambian Somerset School (51.0)
- Park House School (50.9)
- Taunton Deane Partnership College (50.5)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 64 | 44 | 20 | 65 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 59 | 38 | 21 | 65 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 32 | 24 | 8 | 65 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 32 | 24 | 8 | 32 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 32 | 23 | 9 | 32 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 29 | 21 | 8 | 32 | 0.00 |
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