The short version
Average SATs results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2014).
- SATs results are broadly in line with the national average, with 62% meeting the expected standard
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014
- This is a Church of England school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
62%
0.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
9%
+1.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
108
+2.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
+1.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
105
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.
11% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 22 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 17 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Church of England
Numbers
- Pupils
- 225
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 10.2%
Governance
- Local authority
- Somerset
- Head
- Mr Anthony Wheat (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Outstanding
July 2014 | Full Inspection
Interim assessment
January 2012 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Curriculum and development visit
November 2011 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
March 2009 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
March 2008 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
September 2005 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
October 2000 | Full Inspection
Location
Church Lane, West Pennard, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8NT
Rural setting
Questions parents ask
What is West Pennard Church of England Primary School's Ofsted rating?
West Pennard Church of England Primary School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in February 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend West Pennard Church of England Primary School?
West Pennard Church of England Primary School currently has 225 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does West Pennard Church of England Primary School take?
West Pennard Church of England Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is West Pennard Church of England Primary School?
West Pennard Church of England Primary School is in Glastonbury, BA6 8NT, in the Somerset local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does West Pennard Church of England Primary School have a sixth form?
No, West Pennard Church of England Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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