Somerset Bridge Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Stockmoor Drive Bridgwater Somerset TA6 6AH |
| Phone | 01278422100 |
| Reference Number | 123695 |
Somerset Bridge Primary School demonstrates a solid overall effectiveness, achieving a good rating while excelling significantly in behavior, personal development, and leadership. The students feel safe, valued, and are encouraged to engage actively in the school community. The school’s commitment to supporting all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), is evident, as is its focus on developing cultural capital and addressing the unique needs of disadvantaged pupils. The curriculum has been thoughtfully designed to nurture both academic and personal growth, resulting in improved outcomes, particularly in mathematics and writing. Notably, the school's recent efforts to refine assessment strategies in the wider curriculum have not yet fully impacted learning gaps. While there are significant strengths across the educational spectrum, continued attention is required in certain subjects to ensure that all pupils achieve their full potential. This inspection marks the school’s first routine evaluation since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the findings suggest a strong foundation upon which to build further improvements.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 413 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 54%
Girls: 46% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 28.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 27.1% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 29.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 30 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35 | 25 | 60 |
| 2 | 36 | 23 | 59 |
| 3 | 32 | 29 | 61 |
| 4 | 28 | 31 | 59 |
| 5 | 33 | 27 | 60 |
| 6 | 34 | 25 | 59 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 69.2% |
| White, Other | 21.1% |
| White & Asian | 1.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.5% |
| Indian | 1.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.7% |
| Asian, Other | 0.7% |
| Unclassified | 0.5% |
| African | 0.5% |
| Irish | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 05 Mar 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 05 Mar 2024 | School inspection: |
| 17 Jul 2018 | Short inspection |
| 10 Oct 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Sep 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Mar 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Oct 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Oct 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Exceptional pastoral care that helps pupils feel safe and valued
- Positive relationships fostered among pupils and staff
- Strong focus on personal development through a broad curriculum
- Effective training for teachers that enhances subject knowledge
- Pupils with SEND receive appropriate support to succeed
- High-quality art work produced by students
- Pupils demonstrate curiosity and confidence in their learning environment
Areas for Improvement
- Recent assessment changes in the wider curriculum have not yet impacted learning gaps
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 73% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 107 | ||
| Maths | 107 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.1 | ||
| Writing | 3.8 | ||
| Maths | 2.8 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 22 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 9 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bridgwater
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Northgate Primary School
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Wembdon St George's Church School
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Willowdown Primary School
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3.14 miles |
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Cannington Church of England Primary School
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Puriton Primary School
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3.98 miles |
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Enmore Church of England Primary School
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4.06 miles |
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Middlezoy Primary School
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Woolavington Village Primary School
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Pawlett Primary School Academy
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Polden Bower School
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0.64 miles |
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Robert Blake School
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Haygrove School
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1.34 miles |
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University Centre Somerset College Group
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1.42 miles |
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Bridgwater College Academy
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1.58 miles |
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Petherton Park School
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1.86 miles |
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Chilton Trinity School
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2.03 miles |
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Inaura School
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4.35 miles |
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Brymore Academy
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4.4 miles |