Avishayes Community Primary School

URN: 137174 • Chard TA20 1NS

Overview

Name
Avishayes Community Primary School
URN
137174
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
AVISHAYES PRIMARY SCHOOL AND EARLY YEARS CENTRE
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Clare Rinaldi (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
0146063050
Website
Visit
Address
Fairway Rise, Chard TA20 1NS

Summary

Avishayes Community Primary School, located in Chard, Somerset, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 208 pupils, serving a capacity of 239. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, promoting the spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development of its students through a diverse range of activities. The ethos of "Aim High, Achieve Together" reflects the school's dedication to collaborative learning and personal growth.

The curriculum at Avishayes is designed to engage all learners, including those with special educational needs and the most able pupils. Teachers and teaching assistants are trained to effectively challenge students and extend their thinking skills. The school has received recognition for its excellence in financial education, highlighting its commitment to equipping students with essential life skills.

Parents are encouraged to visit the school to experience its welcoming atmosphere firsthand. The leadership team, led by Headteacher Clare Rinaldi, is dedicated to maintaining strong relationships with families and ensuring that every child thrives in their educational journey. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
AVISHAYES PRIMARY SCHOOL AND EARLY YEARS CENTRE
Capacity
239
Pupils
208
Boys
95
Girls
113
FSM %
29.70
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-12-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 208 95 113 239 29.70
2024-09-11 220 94 126 239 31.30
2023-09-11 244 111 133 239 31.40
2022-09-11 244 111 133 239 31.40
2021-09-11 225 102 123 239 28.10
2020-09-11 215 101 114 239 24.60

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