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Ruishton Church of England School
Goodgraded 13/03/2023Ages 2–11191 pupilsChurch of England
Ruishton Church of England School is a primary school for pupils aged 2 to 11 in Taunton, within the Somerset local authority. It has a Church of England religious character. The school has around 191 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 13/03/2023, Ruishton Church of England School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Taunton can view Ruishton Church of England School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope.
Ofsted — sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesGood
Personal developmentGood
Leadership & managementGood
Last inspected 13/03/2023
Attendance & staffing
Attendance93.8%England avg 94.5%
Persistent absence16.2%England avg 14.3%
Pupils per teacher40.0England avg 20.9
Teachers with QTS100%England avg 98%
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Pupil intake
Free school meals12.1%England avg 24.0%
English not first language3.7%England avg 18.8%
DfE school census, 2025/26
Primary results — Key Stage 2
Expected standard (RWM)-67%England avg -22%
Higher standard (RWM)-10%England avg -7%
DfE, 2023/24 · progress centres on 0, shown with its 95% confidence interval
Nearby schools in Taunton
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