Ruishton Church of England School
URN: 146717 • Taunton TA3 5JZ
Overview
- Name
- Ruishton Church of England School
- URN
- 146717
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE OAK PARTNERSHIP TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Hannah Collier (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01823442832
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Newlands Road, Taunton TA3 5JZ
Summary
Ruishton Church of England Primary School is a mixed academy located in Taunton, Somerset, with a current enrolment of 191 pupils and a capacity of 210. As a founding member of The Oak Partnership Trust, the school embraces a Christian ethos that prioritises the development of each child's potential. The school community is committed to fostering a safe and nurturing environment where diversity is celebrated, and resilience is built.
The curriculum at Ruishton is designed to be broad and balanced, incorporating both indoor and outdoor learning experiences. The school aims to inspire curiosity and confidence in students, encouraging them to make positive choices for their futures. The values of compassion, hope, and trust underpin the school's approach, with a focus on respect and responsibility among students.
Ruishton Church of England Primary School actively engages with its community and promotes strong partnerships with families. The school encourages visits for prospective parents and students, highlighting its commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all.
The curriculum at Ruishton is designed to be broad and balanced, incorporating both indoor and outdoor learning experiences. The school aims to inspire curiosity and confidence in students, encouraging them to make positive choices for their futures. The values of compassion, hope, and trust underpin the school's approach, with a focus on respect and responsibility among students.
Ruishton Church of England Primary School actively engages with its community and promotes strong partnerships with families. The school encourages visits for prospective parents and students, highlighting its commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all.
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Key details
- LA
- Somerset
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE OAK PARTNERSHIP TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 191
- Boys
- 96
- Girls
- 95
- FSM %
- 17.80
- Open date
- 2019-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Somerset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 191 | 96 | 95 | 210 | 17.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 195 | 102 | 93 | 210 | 14.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 201 | 95 | 106 | 210 | 10.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 201 | 95 | 106 | 210 | 10.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 194 | 85 | 109 | 210 | 9.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 195 | 94 | 101 | 210 | 7.70 |
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