Cheddar First School

URN: 147822 • Cheddar BS27 3HN

Overview

Name
Cheddar First School
URN
147822
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
WESSEX LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
47.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Suzanne Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01934742546
Website
Visit
Address
Hillfield, Cheddar BS27 3HN

Summary

Cheddar First School is a mixed primary academy located in Cheddar, Somerset, catering to children aged 6 months to 9 years. The school boasts a spacious campus set against the scenic backdrop of Cheddar Gorge and the Mendip Hills, featuring ten classrooms, three nursery rooms, extensive playgrounds, and dedicated outdoor learning areas, including a forest school and a pond.

The school prioritises a nurturing environment that fosters individuality and a lifelong love of learning. Cheddar First School offers a creative curriculum enriched with extracurricular activities, including a choir, sports, and opportunities for musical instrument lessons. Emphasising oracy skills, the school encourages children to express their opinions and engage in collaborative problem-solving, helping them develop both academically and emotionally.

Cheddar First School is committed to creating a safe and supportive community, guided by core values of safety, readiness, and respect. The school invites parents to explore its offerings through tours and welcomes inquiries to ensure a smooth transition for new families.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
2 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WESSEX LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
300
Pupils
352
Boys
174
Girls
178
FSM %
17.30
Open date
2020-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 352 174 178 300 17.30
2024-09-11 333 175 158 300 17.00
2023-09-11 252 155 97 300 15.50
2022-09-11 252 155 97 300 15.50
2021-09-11 237 138 99 300 13.90
2020-09-11 300

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