Othery Village School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Othery Bridgwater Somerset TA7 0PX |
| Phone | 01823698464 |
| Reference Number | 148550 |
Othery Village School has performed commendably in its first full inspection, securing a 'Good' rating across all key areas. The school has successfully established a broad and balanced curriculum that prioritizes reading and has fostered a positive and inclusive environment where pupils feel engaged and valued. Staff members demonstrate high expectations of their students, which cultivates a strong sense of pride in academic work and collaboration among pupils. The school is in a stable position after experiencing a turbulent period, and the leadership team shows ambition for the pupils' educational outcomes.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 47 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.94%
Girls: 51.06% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 19.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.1% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 15.7 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 2 | 4 | 2 | 6 |
| 3 | 4 | 7 | 11 |
| 4 | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| 5 | 4 | 6 | 10 |
| 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 95.7% |
| White, Other | 2.1% |
| Unclassified | 2.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 24 Jan 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 24 Jan 2024 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and known by adults who maintain positive relationships.
- The curriculum is broad, and reading is a high priority.
- Effective teaching of phonics supports early reading development.
- Pupils with SEND make good progress alongside their peers.
- A strong culture of respect, honesty, and trust is evident throughout the school.
Areas for Improvement
- In some subjects, the key knowledge that pupils need to learn is not clearly identified.
- Assessment practices are inconsistent in identifying gaps in pupil knowledge outside of phonics.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 3 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 1 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Middlezoy Primary School
Middlezoy, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 0NZ |
0.93 miles |
|
High Ham Church of England Primary School
High Ham, Langport, Somerset, TA10 9BY |
2.68 miles |
|
Westonzoyland Community Primary School
Cheer Lane, Westonzoyland, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 0EY |
2.82 miles |
|
Stoke St Gregory Church of England Primary School
Stoke St Gregory, Huntham Lane, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 6EG |
3.54 miles |
|
Huish Episcopi Primary School
North Street, Langport, Somerset, TA10 9RW |
3.71 miles |
|
Curry Rivel Church of England VC Primary School
Church Street, Curry Rivel, Langport, Somerset, TA10 0HD |
3.95 miles |
|
Ashcott Primary School
Ridgeway, Ashcott, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 9PP |
4.76 miles |
|
Catcott Primary School
Manor Road, Catcott, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 9HD |
4.92 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Inaura School
Moorview House, Riverside, Burrowbridge, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 0RB |
1.76 miles |
|
Huish Episcopi Academy
Wincanton Road, Huish Episcopi Academy, Langport, Somerset, TA10 9SS |
4.04 miles |
|
The Levels School
7 Bath Road, Ashcott, Bridgewater, Somerset, TA7 9QS |
4.55 miles |
|
Dovecote School
21 Station Road, Shapwick, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 9NJ |
4.77 miles |