Address: Staplegrove Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6AD
Website: tauntonschool.co.uk
Founded: 1847
Number of Pupils: 1,290
Ages: 0 – 18
Fees: Day: £3,140 – £8,245 per term, Boarding: £6,445 – £15,495 per term
Head Teacher: Head of Pre-Prep & Nursery: Becky Lewis, Head of Prep: Ed Burnett, Head of Senior & Sixth Form and CEO of whole school: James Johnson
Entrance Procedure: Non-selective
Contact: Julie Amann, 01823 703702
Admissions: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]
School Visits: Bespoke visits can be arranged all year round and we hold a number of in-person open days throughout the year too
The Curriculum
We offer our pupils a wonderfully broad educational experience through a traditional curriculum and over 150 co-curricular activities. Alongside our focus on ensuring excellent academic progress for each pupil, we provide outstanding opportunities in all other areas of school life.
Games & The Arts
Sports and the arts are very important parts of Taunton School life. Our fantastic facilities combine excellently with the wide range of co-curricular opportunities on offer in these areas.
Pastoral Care
Wraparound pastoral care and safeguarding of students is something we pride ourselves on at Taunton School, aiming to know every child personally so that effective care can be offered in a timely manner. Students have 24-hour access to our on-site health centre and a dedicated Deputy Head Pastoral and safeguarding team. Our April 2024 ISI inspection noted that ‘Leaders give the utmost priority to safeguarding ensuring children are kept safe.’
University Places
96% of students go on to university, with many being in the Russell Group.
Head Teacher’s Philosophy
Taunton School is characterised by a restless energy and ambition, coupled with humility. Our community is aspirational yet unpretentious. We seek to develop self-confidence in our pupils without arrogance. We encourage students to engage fully with the range of opportunities available to them and to look after one another.
Outstanding Characteristics
Taunton School is special because of our incredible 175-year history, the 150+ co-curricular activities we have on offer, our truly dedicated teachers, and our schooling provision available from 6 months to 18 years all on one campus. We genuinely care about finding the exceptional in every one of our students and preparing them for the next chapter of their lives.
