Staplegrove Church School

URN: 141159 • Taunton TA2 6UP

Overview

Name
Staplegrove Church School
URN
141159
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE BATH AND WELLS DIOCESAN ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Armstrong (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01823337313
Website
Visit
Address
Hudson Way, Taunton TA2 6UP

Summary

Staplegrove Church School is a mixed primary academy located in Taunton, Somerset, with a current enrolment of 204 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school operates under the Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust and is committed to providing a high-quality education rooted in a Christian ethos. The school's vision, inspired by the biblical principle of "life in all its fullness" (John 10:10), emphasizes the importance of being a supportive learning family where every child can thrive.

The curriculum at Staplegrove is designed to nurture academic, artistic, physical, and personal skills, offering a range of experiences such as Forest School and whole-class instrument tuition. The school prioritises a safe and caring environment, with strong partnerships between home and school to help children reach their full potential. Core values of Respect, Courage, Perseverance, Thankfulness, Truthfulness, and Friendship are integral to the school's community, fostering a culture of mutual support and personal growth.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school, and the majority express satisfaction with the education and care their children receive. Staplegrove Church School welcomes prospective families to visit and learn more about its inclusive and nurturing approach to education.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE BATH AND WELLS DIOCESAN ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
204
Boys
95
Girls
109
FSM %
8.80
Open date
2014-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-07-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 204 95 109 210 8.80
2024-09-11 209 100 109 210 12.90
2023-09-11 204 96 108 210 15.20
2022-09-11 204 96 108 208 15.20
2021-09-11 207 99 108 208 13.50
2020-09-11 207 102 105 208 14.00

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