Petherton Park School

URN: 135673 • Somerset TA6 6NA

Overview

Name
Petherton Park School
URN
135673
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
39.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Zoey Shelley (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
03301358200
Website
Visit
Address
Brook Farm, Somerset TA6 6NA

Summary

Petherton Park School is an independent special school located in Somerset, catering to a mixed-gender population of 15 pupils, with a capacity of 16. The school is part of Phoenix Learning and Care, which operates over 40 settings across the South of England and South Wales. Petherton Park focuses on providing tailored educational experiences that meet the individual social and educational needs of its students, fostering a nurturing environment where they can thrive.

The school employs a trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming approach, supported by an Integrated Therapies Team that includes professionals in psychology, speech and language therapy, and occupational therapy. This multidisciplinary support aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for independent living and active participation in society.

Petherton Park School prioritises strong relationships and personalised care, ensuring that each child's unique needs are understood and addressed. The ethos of Nurture, Flourish, and Grow underpins the school's commitment to helping students achieve their full potential in a supportive community setting.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
7 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
16
Pupils
15
Boys
12
Girls
3
FSM %
Open date
2008-08-20
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 15 12 3 16
2024-09-11 16 13 3 16
2023-09-11 8 8 0 16 0.00
2022-09-11 8 8 0 16 0.00
2021-09-11 14 14 0 16 0.00
2020-09-11 11 11 0 16 0.00

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