Chard School
Chard, Somerset, South West · TA20 1QA
With just 47 pupils, Chard School is among the smallest independent schools a family might consider, and that intimacy shapes everything about it. The mixed, non-denominational school serves children from ages 4 to 11, offering the kind of close attention that larger settings rarely match. Led by Mrs Rebecca Pielesz, it was judged "good" by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, which also rated personal development as "good" and confirmed that compliance requirements were met. Day fees range from £7,710 to £10,800 a year.
47
Pupils
good
ISI
£10,800
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 4-11
- Pupils
- 47
- Location
- Chard, Somerset, South West
- Website
- https://www.chardprep.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01460 63234
Headteacher
Head Mrs Rebecca Pielesz
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Teaching & academics
The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded a "good" rating, reflecting sound provision across the primary years. Notably, just over 19 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, a relatively high proportion that suggests the school is comfortable adapting to a range of learning needs. In a setting this small, individual pupils are unlikely to go unnoticed.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 19.15%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £7,710 - £10,800
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- good
- Last inspected
- 11 June 2024
The last word
A genuinely small primary school where children are known as individuals. Best suited to families who value close, personal attention over the breadth of a larger institution.
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Chard School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Chard School located?
Chard School is located at Fore Street, Chard, Chard, TA20 1QA.
What type of school is Chard School?
Chard School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend Chard School?
Chard School has approximately 47 pupils on roll.
What is Chard School's inspection rating?
Chard School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 11 June 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.