Somerset Progressive School
School summary
With just 64 pupils, Somerset Progressive School is a notably small independent in Taunton, where families can expect a close-knit, intimate setting rather than the bustle of a larger institution. The school is mixed and non-denominational, and it admits pupils from age 11. It is led by headteacher Mr Karl Templeman and inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. The compact roll suggests pupils are likely to be known well as individuals.
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Teaching & academics
Somerset Progressive School offers entry at 11 through an 11+ process, marking the start of secondary study here. With so small a cohort, teaching takes place in a setting where class sizes are likely to be modest.
Head · Mr Karl Templeman
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
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A small, mixed independent in Taunton for families who value an intimate, closely supported environment over scale.
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Somerset Progressive School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.