Manor Court Community Primary School

URN: 139385 • Chard TA20 2ES

Overview

Name
Manor Court Community Primary School
URN
139385
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
PRESTON PRIMARY ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Luke Talmage (since 2025)
Telephone
0146062350
Website
Visit
Address
Duck Lane, Chard TA20 2ES

Summary

Manor Court Community Primary School, located in Chard, Somerset, is a mixed academy serving children aged two to eleven. With a capacity of 420 pupils, the school aims to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment that prioritises the well-being and safeguarding of its students. It operates under the Preston Primary Academy Trust, which supports its commitment to high academic, social, physical, and moral standards.

The school offers a comprehensive curriculum from Foundation Stage to Year 6, with additional provisions for younger children through its Early Years Centre. The dedicated staff, led by Headteacher Mr Luke Talmage, includes experienced teachers and support staff who work collaboratively to enhance the educational experience. Special attention is given to inclusion and pupil premium support, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to thrive.

Manor Court is known for its strong community ties and encourages parental involvement. Parents are invited to visit the school to explore the opportunities available for their children and to engage with the school's ethos of fostering a caring and well-organised learning environment.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
PRESTON PRIMARY ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
454
Boys
221
Girls
233
FSM %
32.70
Open date
2013-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-12-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 454 221 233 420 32.70
2024-09-11 445 211 234 420 37.40
2023-09-11 353 177 176 390 37.10
2022-09-11 353 177 176 390 37.10
2021-09-11 361 183 178 390 32.40
2020-09-11 354 168 186 390 23.40

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