Countess Gytha Primary School

URN: 146446 • Yeovil BA22 7FF

Overview

Name
Countess Gytha Primary School
URN
146446
Type
Academy converter
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
60.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
David Gordon (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01935850345
Website
Visit
Address
West Camel Road, Yeovil BA22 7FF

Summary

Countess Gytha Primary School is a mixed academy located in Queen Camel, Somerset, serving 179 pupils aged 4 to 11. Established in 1872, the school moved to a modern facility in 2017, providing a conducive learning environment. The school is committed to delivering a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at fostering a love of learning and ensuring that every child feels valued and supported.

The ethos of Countess Gytha Primary focuses on high standards of teaching and learning, with an emphasis on developing happy, confident, and independent individuals. The school promotes resilience and a positive outlook, preparing students for future challenges. A strong partnership between home and school is encouraged, with opportunities for prospective parents to visit and engage with the school community.

Countess Gytha Primary is part of the Preston Primary Academy Trust, which supports its educational mission. The school also houses a preschool for younger children, reinforcing its commitment to early years education and community involvement. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.

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
154
Pupils
179
Boys
103
Girls
76
FSM %
17.00
Open date
2019-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 179 103 76 154 17.00
2024-09-11 146 82 64 154 15.80
2023-09-11 144 79 65 154 14.60
2022-09-11 144 79 65 154 14.60
2021-09-11 131 74 57 154 11.50
2020-09-11 137 74 63 154 6.60

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