Lyngford Park Primary School

URN: 148001 • Taunton TA2 8EX

Overview

Name
Lyngford Park Primary School
URN
148001
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
RICHARD HUISH TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nick Arnold (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01823284912
Website
Visit
Address
Bircham Road, Taunton TA2 8EX

Summary

Lyngford Park Primary School, located in Taunton, Somerset, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrollment of 294 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 277. The school is committed to providing exceptional education, focusing on the personal, social, emotional, and academic development of each child. As part of The Richard Huish Trust, Lyngford Park emphasizes a nurturing environment where diversity is celebrated, and high expectations are set for all students.

The curriculum at Lyngford Park is tailored to meet the needs of individual learners, incorporating a variety of subjects and experiences, including weekly music lessons and French for Key Stage 2. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports and arts clubs, and has facilities such as spacious playgrounds and a sports field.

Community involvement is strong, with a proactive Parent, Teacher, Friends Association (PTFA) that organizes events to support school initiatives. The governing body actively participates in school life, ensuring continuous improvement and accountability to provide the best possible educational experience for all children.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
RICHARD HUISH TRUST
Capacity
277
Pupils
294
Boys
138
Girls
156
FSM %
27.40
Open date
2021-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 294 138 156 277 27.40
2024-09-11 282 132 150 277 30.60
2023-09-11 289 151 138 277 35.20
2022-09-11 289 151 138 268 35.20
2021-09-11 258 129 129 268 31.80

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