The short version
Average SATs results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2019).
- SATs results are broadly in line with the national average, with 57% meeting the expected standard
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2019
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
57%
-5.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
0%
-8.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
-2.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
-1.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
103
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 9 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
8% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 16 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 7 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 6 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 3–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 44
- Capacity
- 73%
- FSM
- 25%
Governance
- Local authority
- Somerset
- Head
- Mrs J Collier (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Good
June 2019 | Full Inspection
Short inspection
January 2018 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
July 2014 | Full Inspection
Interim assessment
January 2013 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Full inspection: Good
December 2009 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Satisfactory
October 2006 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
February 2001 | Full Inspection
Location
Sampford Arundel, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9QN
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is Sampford Arundel Community Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Sampford Arundel Community Primary School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in November 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Sampford Arundel Community Primary School?
Sampford Arundel Community Primary School currently has 44 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Sampford Arundel Community Primary School take?
Sampford Arundel Community Primary School caters for pupils aged 3 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Sampford Arundel Community Primary School?
Sampford Arundel Community Primary School is in Wellington, TA21 9QN, in the Somerset local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Sampford Arundel Community Primary School have a sixth form?
No, Sampford Arundel Community Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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