An Exceptional Vision for Taunton School

Taunton School’s new-state-of-the-art dining hall was opened in December 2020 by HRH Princess Anne. It caters for 1600 covers and can seat up to 400 people at any one time.

Sustainable materials were used together with the latest technology in lighting, acoustic materials, and audio-visual equipment.

The building enjoys a view over a green central space, bringing all aspects of the school together, while maintaining and improving the integrity of the Grade II listed main school and incorporating the architecture into the design and build.

Taunton School opened a new library in September 2022 containing 25,000 books. The Carrington Library, located in the School’s 19th century building in Somerset, follows the opening of a new Sixth From Centre, with both projects costing a total of £675k.

Taunton School’s former dining halls were transformed into a modern library and study zone in the school’s historic Gothic main building in the Senior School.

John Carrington, an English teacher, and former Deputy Head of Taunton School, cut the ribbon at the opening ceremony of The Carrington Library, which was attended by scores of his former colleagues, alumni and current students and staff.

The development of a ‘Green Heart’ has seen asphalt roads and paths between the Pre-Prep, Prep and Senior Schools transformed into an eco-friendly pedestrianised area for students to enjoy their green surroundings.

It includes trees, plants, seating, and sensory areas to promote student wellbeing and provide a place to take a break and socialise, offering students a chance to relax in an environmentally friendly haven.

We have seen some exciting developments to our Nursery and Pre-Prep building this year, including a new, fun and engaging woodland library and an additional baby room. Furthermore, we have given our hall a new look and expanded and renovated our playground with the help of external company, Pentagon Play.

These developments will offer children a more enriching experience at Taunton School and will lead to more nursery places being available from September 2024.