- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
39 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1163%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.2%
- Pupils
- 206
- Pupils per teacher
- 23.4
Schools in TA2
A postcode district in Somerset
- Postcode district
- 29 schools and nurseries
In short: TA2 is a postcode district in Somerset with 16 primary schools, 6 secondary schools and 11 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries2916 primary · 6 secondary · 11 nurseries
Top-rated
All TA2 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in TA2
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in TA2
16 in TA2, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
16 first choices, 17 offers made
Met the standard at 1171%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.0%
- Pupils
- 136
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.4
- Ofsted:Good
Results well below the England average.
30 first choices, 36 offers made
Met the standard at 1153%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.9%
- Pupils
- 306
- Pupils per teacher
- 26.3
Top Secondary Schools in TA2
6 in TA2, best first
- Ofsted:Inadequate
Results below the England average.
184 first choices, 264 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1642.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 11.3%
- Pupils
- 1,267
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.3
- Ofsted:Inadequate in 4 areas
Results below the England average.
137 first choices, 207 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1639.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 12.1%
- Pupils
- 1,029
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.0
Nurseries in TA2
11 in TA2, highest Ofsted grade first
Abacus Nursery (SW) LTD
Taunton, TA2 7BA · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Taunton Opportunity Group
Taunton, TA2 7NF · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
The Brambles Day Nursery
Taunton, TA2 6PE · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in TA2
3 in TA2, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Inadequate
Results below the England average.
184 first choices, 264 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1642.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 11.3%
- Pupils
- 1,267
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.3
Selworthy Special School
Taunton, TA2 8HD · Academy · All-through · Ages 4 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 14.0%
- Pupils
- 204
- Pupils per teacher
- 5.9
Taunton School
Taunton, TA2 6AD · Independent · All-through · Ages 8 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results well below the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1622.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 667
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Special Schools in TA2
3 in TA2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Park House School
Taunton, TA2 7AX · Independent · All-through · Ages 8 to 19
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 20
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Selworthy Special School
Taunton, TA2 8HD · Academy · All-through · Ages 4 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 14.0%
- Pupils
- 204
- Pupils per teacher
- 5.9
The Sky Academy
Taunton, TA2 7HW · Academy · All-through · Ages 5 to 16 · Boys
- Ofsted:Expected standard in every area
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 33.1%
- Pupils
- 105
- Pupils per teacher
- 7.3
Private Schools in TA2
4 in TA2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Park House School
Taunton, TA2 7AX · Independent · All-through · Ages 8 to 19
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 20
- Pupils per teacher
- –
King's College Prep
Taunton, TA2 8AA · Independent · Primary · Ages 0 to 13
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 260
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Taunton Preparatory School
Taunton, TA2 6AE · Independent · Primary · Ages 0 to 13
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 588
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in TA2, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding3
- Good13
- Inadequate1
- Not graded yet12
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every TA2 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
TA2 has 29 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in TA2
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about TA2
Nearby areas
How many schools are in TA2?
TA2 has 29 schools, including 16 primary schools, 6 secondary schools, 11 nurseries, 4 independent schools, 3 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in TA2?
The highest-ranked schools in TA2 on Eduscope are Staplegrove Church School, Cheddon Fitzpaine Church School, Norton Fitzwarren Church School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in TA2?
There are 4 independent schools in TA2. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in TA2 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in TA2?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 29 schools in TA2 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.