- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
41 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1182%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.3%
- Pupils
- 244
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.6
Schools in TA3
A postcode district in Somerset
- Postcode district
- 19 schools and nurseries
In short: TA3 is a postcode district in Somerset with 11 primary schools, 2 secondary schools and 7 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries1911 primary · 2 secondary · 7 nurseries
Top-rated
All TA3 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in TA3
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 TA3
11 in TA3, best first
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results well above the England average.
19 first choices, 20 offers made
Met the standard at 1179%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.1%
- Pupils
- 146
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.2
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
36 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1176%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.5%
- Pupils
- 210
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.8
Secondary Schools in TA3
2 in TA3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Cambian Somerset School
Taunton, TA3 5PX · Independent · Secondary · Ages 10 to 18
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 44
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Somerset Progressive School
Taunton, TA3 5RH · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 65
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Nurseries in TA3
7 in TA3, highest Ofsted grade first
The Lemon Tree Nursery School
Taunton, TA3 7BQ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Churchinford Preschool CIO
Taunton, TA3 7RG · Nursery
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Creech St Michael Community Pre-School
Taunton, TA3 5QQ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Special Schools in TA3
2 in TA3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Cambian Somerset School
Taunton, TA3 5PX · Independent · Secondary · Ages 10 to 18
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 44
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Somerset Progressive School
Taunton, TA3 5RH · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 65
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in TA3
2 in TA3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Cambian Somerset School
Taunton, TA3 5PX · Independent · Secondary · Ages 10 to 18
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 44
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Somerset Progressive School
Taunton, TA3 5RH · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 65
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in TA3, 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.
- Outstanding1
- Good10
- Requires improvement2
- Not graded yet6
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 TA3 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
TA3 has 19 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 TA3
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 TA3
Nearby areas
How many schools are in TA3?
TA3 has 19 schools, including 11 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 7 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 2 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 TA3?
The highest-ranked schools in TA3 on Eduscope are Trull Church of England VA Primary School, North Curry CofE Primary School, Thurlbear Church of England Primary 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 TA3?
There are 2 independent schools in TA3, all special schools for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare them on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.
How do I choose the right school in TA3?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 19 schools in TA3 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.