Sturminster Marshall First School

URN: 113675 • Wimborne BH21 4AY

Overview

Name
Sturminster Marshall First School
URN
113675
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
48.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nina Charman (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01258857348
Website
Visit
Address
78 High Street, Wimborne BH21 4AY

Summary

Sturminster Marshall First School is a community primary school located in Wimborne, Dorset, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 9. With a current enrollment of 68 students and a capacity of 148, the school prioritises creating a nurturing environment where each child is known as an individual. The school emphasizes values such as kindness, respect, and equality, fostering a supportive atmosphere conducive to learning.

The curriculum at Sturminster Marshall First School is designed to engage students in a variety of subjects, including English, Maths, and Art, alongside hands-on activities like forest school sessions. These sessions aim to enhance children's independence, resilience, and teamwork skills. The school also promotes reading for pleasure, with all pupils meeting the national standard in phonics screening checks in recent years.

Community involvement is integral to the school's ethos, with strong links to local organisations such as Sturminster Marshall Pre-School and St Mary's Church. The school encourages parental engagement and offers opportunities for families to participate in school activities, reinforcing the collaborative spirit within the school community.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
4 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
148
Pupils
68
Boys
38
Girls
30
FSM %
16.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-12-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 68 38 30 148 16.20
2024-09-11 84 43 41 148 17.90
2023-09-11 99 55 44 148 16.20
2022-09-11 99 55 44 148 16.20
2021-09-11 114 63 51 148 14.90
2020-09-11 133 79 54 148 11.30

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