West Buckland Primary School
URN: 145674 • Wellington TA21 9LD
Overview
- Name
- West Buckland Primary School
- URN
- 145674
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- RICHARD HUISH TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Cameron Mann (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01823663376
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- West Buckland, Wellington TA21 9LD
Summary
West Buckland Primary School, located in Wellington, Somerset, is a mixed academy converter catering to 121 pupils, with a capacity of 80. The school prides itself on fostering a caring and inclusive environment where every child is valued. The ethos revolves around respect, safety, and resilience, encouraging children to embrace challenges and develop their social, emotional, and academic skills.
The curriculum at West Buckland is enquiry-based, designed to stimulate curiosity and promote independent thinking. The school aims to prepare students to be confident, responsible individuals who can engage with both local and global issues. With a strong emphasis on building a supportive community, the school encourages active participation and collaboration among students, staff, and families.
West Buckland Primary School also offers a nurturing setting where children are encouraged to explore their interests and develop a love for learning. The dedicated staff work closely with families to ensure that each child can flourish, grow, and achieve their full potential in a safe and happy environment.
The curriculum at West Buckland is enquiry-based, designed to stimulate curiosity and promote independent thinking. The school aims to prepare students to be confident, responsible individuals who can engage with both local and global issues. With a strong emphasis on building a supportive community, the school encourages active participation and collaboration among students, staff, and families.
West Buckland Primary School also offers a nurturing setting where children are encouraged to explore their interests and develop a love for learning. The dedicated staff work closely with families to ensure that each child can flourish, grow, and achieve their full potential in a safe and happy environment.
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Key details
- LA
- Somerset
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- RICHARD HUISH TRUST
- Capacity
- 80
- Pupils
- 121
- Boys
- 59
- Girls
- 62
- FSM %
- 12.50
- Open date
- 2018-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-07-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Somerset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 121 | 59 | 62 | 80 | 12.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 118 | 59 | 59 | 80 | 12.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 115 | 53 | 62 | 80 | 5.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 115 | 53 | 62 | 80 | 5.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 112 | 48 | 64 | 80 | 10.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 126 | 60 | 66 | 80 | 6.30 |
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