Ferndown First School
URN: 113667 • Ferndown BH22 9FB
Overview
- Name
- Ferndown First School
- URN
- 113667
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joanne Di-Pede (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Mountbatten Drive, Ferndown BH22 9FB
Summary
Ferndown First School is a mixed community primary school located in Ferndown, Dorset, with a current enrolment of 342 pupils and a capacity of 390. The school is dedicated to fostering a love of learning and aims to support each child in reaching their full potential. The curriculum is designed to be modern, creative, and personalised, encouraging students to aspire to achieve their dreams while promoting respect and care for one another.
The school places a strong emphasis on the partnership between home and school, inviting parents to actively participate in their children's education. The staff are committed to providing a stimulating and inclusive learning environment, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported. Ferndown First School also boasts extensive grounds that facilitate outdoor activities and play.
Safeguarding is a priority at Ferndown First School, with designated staff members in place to ensure the welfare of all students. The school community values the contributions of parents, governors, and other stakeholders, recognising the importance of collaboration in fostering a positive educational experience.
The school places a strong emphasis on the partnership between home and school, inviting parents to actively participate in their children's education. The staff are committed to providing a stimulating and inclusive learning environment, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported. Ferndown First School also boasts extensive grounds that facilitate outdoor activities and play.
Safeguarding is a priority at Ferndown First School, with designated staff members in place to ensure the welfare of all students. The school community values the contributions of parents, governors, and other stakeholders, recognising the importance of collaboration in fostering a positive educational experience.
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Nearby alternatives
- Parley First School (66.4)
- Parley First School (63.6)
- Oakhurst Community First School (60.2)
- Oakhurst Community First School (59.7)
- Ferndown First School (59.5)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 342 | 173 | 169 | 390 | 16.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 342 | 173 | 169 | 390 | 16.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 342 | 173 | 169 | 390 | 16.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 342 | 173 | 169 | 390 | 16.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 342 | 173 | 169 | 390 | 16.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 342 | 173 | 169 | 342 | 16.70 |
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