Old Cleeve Church of England First School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 3-9 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Huish Lane Washford Somerset TA23 0PB |
| Reference Number | 140636 |
Old Cleeve CofE School has recently undergone its first inspection since becoming an academy, achieving a 'Good' rating across all areas assessed. The school is noted for its strong community atmosphere, where pupils feel safe and supported, excelling particularly in early years provision, which was rated as 'Outstanding'. There has been a significant turnaround in student achievement following a previous decline in standards, driven by effective leadership and a revised curriculum that focuses on meeting individual student needs, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Overall, parents and students express high satisfaction with the educational experience offered, highlighting the nurturing environment and targeted support provided by the staff.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 126 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 36.51%
Girls: 63.49% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 14.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 21 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 | 12 | 19 |
| 2 | 5 | 11 | 16 |
| 3 | 8 | 14 | 22 |
| 4 | 10 | 11 | 21 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 92.9% |
| Unclassified | 3.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.6% |
| White, Other | 0.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.8% |
| Asian, Other | 0.8% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 11 Jul 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Jul 2023 | School inspection: |
| 19 Nov 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 06 Mar 2014 | Academy conversion letter |
| 19 Jan 2011 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Old Cleeve CofE School, Washford | |
| 19 Jan 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jul 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jul 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Jul 2004 | Full inspection |
| 12 Jul 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong community-oriented environment for pupils
- Effective early years provision rated as 'Outstanding'
- High expectations and support for individual pupil needs
- Strong emphasis on reading across all curriculum areas
- Robust safeguarding culture
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils
Areas for Improvement
- Subject planning requires further refinement for deeper understanding
- Need for greater emphasis on tactical decision-making in physical education
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 6 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 4 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Danesfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Community Middle School
North Road, Williton, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 4SW |
1.73 miles |
|
St Peter's Church of England First School
Doniford Road, Williton, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 4SF |
1.89 miles |
|
Knights Templar Community Church School & Nursery
Liddymore Road, Watchet, Somerset, TA23 0EX |
2.04 miles |
|
Dunster First School
13 St George's Street, Dunster, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6RX |
3.93 miles |
|
Stogumber CofE Primary School
Station Road, Stogumber, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 3TQ |
4.13 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
West Somerset College
Bircham Road, Alcombe, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6AY |
4.9 miles |