Norton Hill Primary School
| Type | Primary / Free schools |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Silver Street Midsomer Norton Somerset BA3 2UD |
| Phone | 01761205630 |
| Reference Number | 143915 |
Norton Hill Primary is performing exceptionally well, having achieved an outstanding grade across all inspection areas during its first inspection. The quality of education is remarkable, with pupils demonstrating curiosity and independence as they progress through the curriculum. Parents express high satisfaction with the school's approach to education and communication, highlighting the inclusive environment and values that encourage respect and fairness among pupils. With a strong focus on reading and language from an early age, pupils gain a solid foundation for future learning, supported by effective teaching practices and tailored support for those with special educational needs.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 263 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.53%
Girls: 52.47% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 4.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 25.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 | 21 | 30 |
| 2 | 20 | 33 | 53 |
| 3 | 26 | 20 | 46 |
| 4 | 12 | 18 | 30 |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 90.5% |
| White & Asian | 2.3% |
| White, Other | 1.9% |
| Unclassified | 1.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.8% |
| Irish | 0.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.4% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 11 Jul 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Jul 2023 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Exceptional quality of education provided to pupils.
- Highly inclusive environment with a strong emphasis on fairness and respect.
- Pupils display exemplary behaviour and high levels of maturity.
- Strong focus on reading and language development from an early age.
- Effective support and training for staff to ensure subject expertise.
- Wide-ranging opportunities for personal development aligned with school values.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2022. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 32 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 49 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 37 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 49 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 27 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 49 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 40 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 29 | 14 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 49 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 14 | 19 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | 5 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 13 |
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 33 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 49 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 31 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 49 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 31 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 49 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 33 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 33 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 49 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 24 | 17 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 49 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 43 | 6 |
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 31 | 4 |
| Third Preference | 14 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 23 | 9 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
St Benedict's Catholic Primary School
Charlton Lane, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 4BD |
0.56 miles |
|
St John's CofE Primary School
Redfield Road, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2JN |
0.61 miles |
|
Longvernal Primary School
Clapton Road, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2LP |
0.72 miles |
|
Midsomer Norton Primary School
High Street, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2DR |
0.79 miles |
|
Westfield Primary School
Longfellow Road, Westfield, Radstock, Avon, BA3 3XX |
0.83 miles |
|
Welton Primary School
Radstock Road, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2AG |
1.13 miles |
|
St Vigor & St John Church School
Wells Road, Chilcompton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 4EX |
1.3 miles |
|
Kilmersdon Church School
School Lane, Kilmersdon, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 5TE |
2 miles |
|
St Nicholas Church School
Kilmersdon Road, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 3QH |
2 miles |
|
Paulton Junior School
Plumptre Close, Paulton, Bristol, BS39 7QY |
2.04 miles |
|
Paulton Infant School
Plumptre Close, Paulton, Bristol, Somerset, BS39 7QY |
2.04 miles |
|
Farrington Gurney Church of England Primary School
Church Lane, Farrington Gurney, Bristol, BS39 6TY |
2.42 miles |
|
Trinity Church School
Woodborough Lane, Radstock, Bath, Somerset, BA3 3DE |
2.46 miles |
|
Bishop Henderson Church of England Primary School
Farley Dell, Coleford, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 5PN |
2.54 miles |
|
St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Old Road, Writhlington, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 3NG |
2.67 miles |
|
High Littleton CofE VC Primary School
Church Hill, High Littleton, Bristol, BS39 6HF |
3.23 miles |
|
Peasedown St John Primary School
Bath Road, Peasedown St John, Bath, Somerset, BA2 8DH |
3.62 miles |
|
Stoke St Michael Primary School
Moonshill Road, Stoke St Michael, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 5LG |
3.67 miles |
|
St Mary's CofE Primary School
Lansdown View, Timsbury, Bath, Somerset, BA2 0JR |
3.72 miles |
|
Cameley CEVC Primary School
Meadway, Temple Cloud, Bristol, BS39 5BD |
3.86 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Norton Hill Academy
Charlton Road, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 4AD |
0.4 miles |
|
Somervale Secondary School
Redfield Road, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2JD |
0.57 miles |
|
Fosse Way School
Longfellow Road, Radstock, Bath, Somerset, BA3 3AL |
0.79 miles |
|
Downside School
|
1.57 miles |
|
Somerset Studio School
Knobsbury Lane, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 3NQ |
2.46 miles |
|
Writhlington School
Knobsbury Lane, Writhlington, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 3NQ |
2.49 miles |
|
Newbury Manor School
Newbury Manor, Newbury, Near Mells, Frome, Somerset, BA11 3RG |
2.82 miles |