Isambard Kingdom Brunel Primary School

URN: 147842 • Wellington TA21 8FP

Overview

Name
Isambard Kingdom Brunel Primary School
URN
147842
Type
Free schools
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
BLACKDOWN EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andrew Wootton (since 2025)
Telephone
01823795900
Website
Visit
Address
Thomas Place, Wellington TA21 8FP

Summary

Isambard Kingdom Brunel Primary School, located in Wellington, Somerset, is a mixed free school with a current enrolment of 231 pupils. The school is dedicated to creating a child-centred environment that promotes individual achievement, belonging, and participation. Under the leadership of Headteacher Andrew Wootton, who joined in September 2024, the school emphasizes the development of key attributes such as positivity, engagement, responsibility, respect, resilience, and a willingness to face challenges.

The curriculum at IKB is broad and experiential, designed to support each child's academic and personal growth. The school prioritises high academic standards while fostering a creative and ethical approach to learning. Staff maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning, ensuring that all children are encouraged to excel, regardless of their starting point.

Safety and well-being are paramount at IKB, with robust safeguarding policies in place. The school works closely with parents and external agencies to ensure a secure and nurturing environment, allowing students to focus on their learning and development as responsible global citizens.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BLACKDOWN EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
472
Pupils
231
Boys
115
Girls
116
FSM %
9.60
Open date
2020-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 231 115 116 472 9.60
2024-09-11 180 85 95 472 13.30
2023-09-11 119 58 61 472 14.00
2022-09-11 119 58 61 472 14.00
2021-09-11 46 25 21 472 16.70
2020-09-11 472

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