Springmead Preparatory School

URN: 134116 • Somerset BA11 6TA

Overview

Name
Springmead Preparatory School
URN
134116
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
39.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sally Cox (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01373831555
Website
Visit
Address
Castle Corner, Somerset BA11 6TA

Summary

Springmead Preparatory School is a co-educational independent school located in Beckington, near Frome, Somerset. Catering to children aged 6 months to 11 years, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to ignite a passion for learning in every pupil. With a current enrollment of 109 students and a capacity of 132, Springmead offers a nurturing environment that fosters both academic and personal development.

The school has received the highest grading of 'double Excellent' from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) in its latest inspection in February 2023. Springmead is committed to providing a well-rounded curriculum that includes a variety of enrichment activities, promoting life skills through extra-curricular programs. The "Go Explore!" initiative integrates outdoor learning with the curriculum, enhancing the educational experience.

Springmead also places a strong emphasis on community involvement, encouraging pupil voice through its School Council. The school is well-regarded for its academic achievements, with pupils successfully gaining entrance to selective independent senior schools. Parents appreciate the positive influence of the school on their children's confidence and development in both the arts and sports.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
132
Pupils
109
Boys
45
Girls
64
FSM %
Open date
2003-02-10
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 109 45 64 132
2024-09-11 119 54 65 132
2023-09-11 122 60 62 132 0.00
2022-09-11 122 60 62 132 0.00
2021-09-11 116 58 58 132 0.00
2020-09-11 110 54 56 132 0.00

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