William Barnes Primary School

URN: 113676 • Sturminster Newton DT10 1BZ

Overview

Name
William Barnes Primary School
URN
113676
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Fiona Locke (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01258472257
Website
Visit
Address
Bridge Street, Sturminster Newton DT10 1BZ

Summary

William Barnes Primary School is a community school located in Sturminster Newton, Dorset, catering to 166 pupils aged 4 to 11. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and supportive environment, where the ethos of "Where every child counts" underpins its approach to education. This philosophy emphasizes the importance of individual potential and aims to foster resilience, confidence, and self-assurance in every child.

The curriculum at William Barnes combines academic success with engaging and enjoyable experiences, ensuring that children look forward to their school days. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) focuses on creating enabling environments that cater to the diverse needs of learners, allowing them to explore and develop at their own pace. Parents are encouraged to participate in school life, fostering a strong partnership between home and school.

Attendance is a key focus for the school, as regular attendance is linked to better academic outcomes. The school actively monitors attendance and works collaboratively with families to address any barriers to consistent school attendance, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to succeed.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
270
Pupils
166
Boys
81
Girls
85
FSM %
24.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 166 81 85 270 24.10
2024-09-11 175 85 90 270 24.00
2023-09-11 167 80 87 270 22.90
2022-09-11 167 80 87 270 22.90
2021-09-11 174 77 97 270 23.00
2020-09-11 182 76 106 270 20.90

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