
Cheddar primary schools serve this small village community in the Mendip Hills, with 3 schools providing education for local families. Fairlands Middle School is the main option, with 100% of local schools rated Good or Outstanding—well above the England average of 90%. 71% of pupils meet expected standards in reading, writing and maths, compared to 62% nationally, while 21% achieve the higher standard—more than double England's 8%. Families in Cheddar benefit from small village schools with strong community connections and a welcoming environment. Use the map view to explore the schools and see which serve your neighbourhood.
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| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Fairlands Middle School | State | Primary | 9-13 years | Mixed | None | Good |
State • Primary • 9-13 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Draycott & Rodney Stoke Church of England First School | State | Primary | 2-9 years | Mixed | Church of England | Good |
State • Primary • 2-9 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Cheddar First School | State | Primary | 2-9 years | Mixed | None | Good |
State • Primary • 2-9 years