North Petherton Primary School

URN: 135830 • Bridgwater TA6 6LU

Overview

Name
North Petherton Primary School
URN
135830
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jason Nicolaides (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
01278662442
Website
Visit
Address
School Fields, Bridgwater TA6 6LU

Summary

North Petherton Primary School is a community school located in Bridgwater, Somerset, catering to a mixed-gender population of 408 pupils, with a capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment, as reflected in its ethos of "No Outsiders," promoting equality and diversity among its students. The school values strong community ties and encourages parental involvement in the educational journey.

The curriculum at North Petherton is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on both academic achievement and personal development. The school emphasizes the importance of teamwork and collaboration, as seen in their Dojo Team Points system, which encourages positive behaviour and engagement among students.

Support for students is a priority, with various initiatives in place to ensure that all children receive the assistance they need to thrive. The school also hosts open days for prospective parents, allowing families to explore the environment and learn more about the educational opportunities available. For more information, visit their website at www.northpethertonprimary.co.uk.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
408
Boys
209
Girls
199
FSM %
18.10
Open date
2009-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-09-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 408 209 199 420 18.10
2024-09-11 412 216 196 420 16.70
2023-09-11 406 207 199 420 13.10
2022-09-11 406 207 199 420 13.10
2021-09-11 414 206 208 420 14.00
2020-09-11 428 210 218 420 11.20

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