Otterhampton Primary School
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | School Lane Combwich Bridgwater Somerset TA5 2QS |
| Phone | 01278652487 |
| Reference Number | 146243 |
Otterhampton Primary School has been rated as 'Good' in all inspected areas during its first inspection under the current standards of Ofsted. The school has established a positive atmosphere where the OTTERS values—open mind, teamwork, thoughtfulness, excellence, resilience, and safety—are prominent. Pupils exhibit consistent good behavior and appreciate the nurturing environment, which extends to a wide range of clubs and activities that engage them in their learning and personal development. Parents express high satisfaction with the school's supportive and inclusive nature.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 66 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50%
Girls: 50% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 12.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 24 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| 2 | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| 3 | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| 4 | 7 | 5 | 12 |
| 5 | 3 | 5 | 8 |
| 6 | 9 | 7 | 16 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 97% |
| White, Other | 1.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 02 Nov 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 02 Nov 2022 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong culture of high expectations among staff and pupils.
- Wide variety of extracurricular activities enhancing pupil engagement.
- Effective early years provision with strong transitions to Reception.
- High emphasis on reading with a focus on systematic phonics teaching.
- Leaders support staff effectively while considering their workload.
- Robust safeguarding measures in place for pupil protection.
Areas for Improvement
- In some subjects, tasks given to pupils do not deepen their thinking.
- Limited opportunities for pupils to learn about different cultures.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 44% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 6% |
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 | 102 | ||
| Maths | 100 |
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 | -3.8 | ||
| Writing | -1.5 | ||
| Maths | -3.1 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 5 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 6 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
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Pawlett Primary School Academy
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2.46 miles |
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Wembdon St George's Church School
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3.41 miles |
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Stogursey Church of England Primary School
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3.56 miles |
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St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School
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3.94 miles |
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bridgwater
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3.95 miles |
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Spaxton CofE Primary School
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3.96 miles |
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Northgate Primary School
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4.01 miles |
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West Huntspill Primary Academy
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Willowdown Primary School
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Eastover Primary School
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Nether Stowey Church of England Primary School
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Hamp Academy
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Hamp Nursery and Infants' School
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Enmore Church of England Primary School
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Brymore Academy
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1.95 miles |
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Chilton Trinity School
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3.47 miles |
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Haygrove School
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University Centre Somerset College Group
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Bridgwater College Academy
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The King Alfred School an Academy
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