The Redstart Primary School
Redstart Road, The Redstart Primary School, Chard, TA20 1SDOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
The Redstart Primary School is a primary school in Chard for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 301 schools in Somerset. It ranks 3rd of 6 primary schools in Chard. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in February 2020.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 26 February 2020, report published 12 March 2020
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 1 April 2025
Pupils across the school consistently exemplify the values of the 'Redstart way': respect, kindness, perseverance and honesty. Pupils behave well and have a strong commitment to learning. The high expectations set by school leaders and staff are embraced by pupils, who respond positively and achieve well. Relationships between pupils and staff are characterised by mutual trust and respect. Pupils report that they feel confident in seeking support from the safeguarding team. They also use the worry boxes in classrooms if they have any concerns. Pupils are assured that their worries will be taken seriously by staff. The school fosters engagement with the wider community, providing pupils with enriching experiences. For example, in partnership with the local astronomical society, the school hosts star-gazing evenings. This allows families to explore new activities together. Pupils also have access to a variety of extra-curricular clubs, including drawing, choir and construction. Additionally, opportunities to perform and showcase musical talents in front of parents and carers help pupils develop their skills and interests. Pupils explain how democracy is practised within the school. Each month, they participate in voting on a topic related to school life. This helps pupils to build their understanding of British values and contribute to the school community.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, staff do not consistently use the checks on learning they have made to address gaps in pupils' learning or misconceptions. This means some pupils move on to new learning before securing the prior knowledge they need. The trust should ensure that teachers use what they know about pupils' learning to inform adaptations to teaching and consolidate pupils' understanding over time.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
60 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
444 pupils on roll, with places for 452
Schools near The Redstart Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chard School | 0.5 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
| Manor Court Community Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 75% met the expected standard |
| Avishayes Community Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | 46% met the expected standard |
| Combe St Nicholas Church of England VA Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
| Tatworth Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 61% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- CABOT LEARNING FEDERATION
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Rebecca Collins
- Phone
- 0146067457
- Address
- Redstart Road, The Redstart Primary School, Chard, TA20 1SD
- Local authority
- Somerset
- URN
- 136926
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.