Minerva Primary School
URN: 143143 • Taunton TA1 2BU
Overview
- Name
- Minerva Primary School
- URN
- 143143
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 40.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Gareth Nation (since 2025)
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Outer Circle, Taunton TA1 2BU
Summary
Minerva Primary School is a mixed academy located in Taunton, Somerset, catering to 133 pupils with a capacity of 176. The school is dedicated to providing a secure and stimulating learning environment where children can reach their full potential. The ethos focuses on developing academic, creative, physical, and personal skills, fostering confident individuals who value themselves and contribute positively to their community.
The school emphasizes the importance of a strong partnership between home and school, encouraging parents to engage actively in their child's education. Minerva Primary offers various programs, including phonics instruction for early readers and swimming lessons for Year 6 students, aligning with the National Curriculum requirements. Additionally, the school is committed to supporting students from diverse backgrounds, with over 58% of pupils eligible for free school meals.
Minerva Primary School is part of the Cabot Learning Federation, which enhances its educational offerings and community involvement. The school welcomes prospective parents to visit and learn more about its programs and values.
The school emphasizes the importance of a strong partnership between home and school, encouraging parents to engage actively in their child's education. Minerva Primary offers various programs, including phonics instruction for early readers and swimming lessons for Year 6 students, aligning with the National Curriculum requirements. Additionally, the school is committed to supporting students from diverse backgrounds, with over 58% of pupils eligible for free school meals.
Minerva Primary School is part of the Cabot Learning Federation, which enhances its educational offerings and community involvement. The school welcomes prospective parents to visit and learn more about its programs and values.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 133 | 69 | 64 | 176 | 58.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 133 | 69 | 64 | 176 | 58.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 134 | 67 | 67 | 176 | 57.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 134 | 67 | 67 | 176 | 57.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 154 | 73 | 81 | 176 | 49.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 166 | 76 | 90 | 176 | 41.10 |
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