Best Schools in South Petherton
5 schools in South Petherton
Key Facts
- South Petherton has a total of 5 schools, with 100.0% of primary schools rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, reflecting a high overall quality of education.
- Primary schools in South Petherton outperform the national average, with 82.0% of pupils meeting the expected standard in KS2, compared to 61.0% nationally.
- In South Petherton, 1 out of 5 schools is a faith school, and the area has a relatively low proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals, at 16.6%.
- Primary schools in South Petherton have a pupil-teacher ratio of 17.66, with spending per pupil at £7,726, and 13.2% of pupils having special educational needs.
Top Nurseries in South Petherton
3 nurseries in South Petherton
Frequently Asked Questions
South Petherton has 5 schools, including 2 primary schools, 3 nurseries. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
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Area Benchmarks
| Metric | South Petherton | England |
|---|---|---|
| Primary ResultsKS2 Expected Standard | 82% | 61% |
| AttendancePersistent Absence | 18% | 20% |
| ResourcesPupil-Teacher Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Spending per Pupil | £7,726 | £7,460 |
About This Data
- •School information is sourced from Get Information About Schools (GIAS), the official UK government register maintained by the Department for Education.
- •Inspection ratings are from Ofsted (state schools) and ISI (independent schools).
- •Performance data includes Key Stage 2, GCSE, and A-Level results from the Department for Education.