Cambian Somerset School
Cambian Somerset School is an independent special school in Taunton for pupils aged 10 to 18. It has 44 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Cambian Somerset School is Good, from an inspection in March 2025. In 2023 its average Attainment 8 score was 16.3, and 11% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: March 2025. GCSE results: 2023.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 10-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Creech Court Mill Lane Creech St Michael Taunton Somerset TA3 5PX |
| Phone | 01823443133 |
| Reference Number | 131455 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 44 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 79.55%
Girls: 20.45% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Cambian Somerset School demonstrates strong overall performance, achieving a 'Good' rating in all inspected areas. The school excels in creating a purposeful learning environment where pupils feel safe and supported, enabling them to build positive relationships and achieve well from their starting points. Many students attend the school after difficult educational experiences, but the tailored support and curriculum provided help them to make significant progress, indicating their readiness for further education and employment. Notably, the school has made headway in improving attendance, and there is a clear commitment to addressing the specific needs of each pupil, given that all have SEND needs.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 25 Feb 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 25 Feb 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 22 Mar 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 09 Jul 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 14 Mar 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 24 Mar 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 21 Sep 2011 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils foster a positive learning environment.
- The curriculum is broad, ambitious, and tailored to meet individual student needs.
- Pupils develop independence through carefully crafted activities.
- There are no concerns about bullying, and pupils exhibit tolerance and respect.
- Pupils demonstrate good behaviour and self-management skills.
- The school prepares pupils well for life beyond education, including careers guidance.
Areas for Improvement
- Some staff lack subject-specific teaching knowledge, leading to errors in pupil work.
- Learning plans for some pupils lack precision, hindering their progress.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 16.3 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 11% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 11% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Cambian Somerset School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Cambian Somerset School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Cambian Somerset School is Good, from an inspection in March 2025.
When was Cambian Somerset School last inspected by Ofsted?
Cambian Somerset School was last inspected in March 2025.
How many pupils does Cambian Somerset School have?
Cambian Somerset School has 44 pupils on roll.
What age range does Cambian Somerset School cover?
Cambian Somerset School for pupils aged 10 to 18.
What are Cambian Somerset School's GCSE results?
In 2023 its average Attainment 8 score was 16.3, and 11% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Cambian Somerset School?
Cambian Somerset School is at Creech Court, Mill Lane, Creech St Michael, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 5PX.
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