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Blackbrook Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Blackbrook Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Taunton, Somerset , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 225 pupils, and a capacity of 240 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–11

Age range

225

Pupils

240

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Blackbrook Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Blackbrook Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Somerset. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 94% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Somerset before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Blackbrook Primary School — School Information

Full address
Ashbourne Crescent, Taunton, TA1 2RA
Local authority
Somerset
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Free school meals
14.2% of pupils
DfE URN
146704

Other Primary Schools in Taunton

If Blackbrook Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Taunton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Blackbrook Primary School

Is Blackbrook Primary School oversubscribed?

Blackbrook Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 240 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Blackbrook Primary School?

Admission to Blackbrook Primary School is managed by Somerset. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Blackbrook Primary School cover?

Blackbrook Primary School is a primary school in Taunton, Somerset, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Blackbrook Primary School?

Blackbrook Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.