Wimborne First School

URN: 113679 • Wimborne BH21 4FW

Overview

Name
Wimborne First School
URN
113679
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
sarah hartley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Campanula Way, Wimborne BH21 4FW

Summary

Wimborne First School is a community primary school located in Wimborne, Dorset, accommodating 306 pupils across nursery to Year 4. The school is known for its inclusive ethos, fostering a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to be safe, kind, and respectful. The dedicated staff aim to create a positive learning atmosphere, supporting students in becoming independent, resilient, and curious learners.

The curriculum at Wimborne First School is broad and balanced, designed to cater to the individual needs of each student. The school emphasizes creativity and engagement, with various extracurricular clubs and initiatives like Learning Rangers that promote collaboration and personal growth.

Wimborne First School also prioritizes the well-being of its students, offering support through interventions and a sensory room for those with additional needs. The school actively involves parents and the wider community, ensuring a strong partnership in the educational journey of each child. For more information, parents can contact the school office directly.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
2 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
308
Pupils
306
Boys
151
Girls
155
FSM %
11.80
Open date
Close date
2021-04-30
Last Ofsted
2019-02-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 306 151 155 308 11.80
2024-09-11 306 151 155 308 11.80
2023-09-11 306 151 155 308 11.80
2022-09-11 306 151 155 308 11.80
2021-09-11 306 151 155 308 11.80
2020-09-11 302 145 157 308 10.30

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