Question 1

Is Somerset Bridge Primary School a good school?

Accepted Answer

Somerset Bridge Primary School is ranked 4,743rd of 14,978 in England for academic primary results and 2nd in Bridgwater locally in the current FindMySchool data. Ofsted’s latest graded inspection (5–6 March 2024, published 2 May 2024) judged the school Good overall, with Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, and Leadership and Management evaluated as Outstanding.

Question 2

Are there school fees at Somerset Bridge Primary School?

Accepted Answer

No. This is a state-funded primary school, so there are no tuition fees. Families may still have optional costs such as uniform, trips, clubs, and wraparound childcare.

Question 3

How do I apply for Reception entry?

Accepted Answer

Reception applications are coordinated by Somerset Council. Families should use Somerset’s current primary admissions timetable for the on-time deadline, offer-day arrangements, and late-application process.

Question 4

Is Somerset Bridge Primary School oversubscribed?

Accepted Answer

Reception places can be competitive, and demand can vary by year. Families should check Somerset’s current oversubscription criteria, apply on time, and list realistic alternative preferences.

Question 5

What are the Key Stage 2 results like?

Accepted Answer

In the current KS2 outcomes, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and mathematics combined. At the higher standard, 0% achieved the combined reading, writing and mathematics threshold. Reading, maths and GPS scaled scores are all 107.

Question 6

Does the school offer breakfast club and after-school care?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The school publishes wraparound provision including breakfast club (8:00am–8:45am) and after-school care with options up to 6:00pm. Charges are published and vary by session length.

Question 7

Is there nursery provision linked to the school?

Accepted Answer

Inspection information and the school website indicate provision for two, three and four year olds, with nursery admissions managed directly by the school. Nursery timelines and fees are published on the nursery pages and may differ from Reception admissions.

Primary School Performance

Combined (R, W & M)

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

GPSGrammar, Punctuation & Spelling

Science