Chickerell Primary School
URN: 113708 • Weymouth DT3 4AT
Overview
- Name
- Chickerell Primary School
- URN
- 113708
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jody Harris (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Rashley Road, Weymouth DT3 4AT
Summary
Chickerell Primary Academy, located in Weymouth, Dorset, is a mixed community school with a capacity of 371 students. The school is part of the First Federation Multi-Academy Trust and prides itself on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is valued. The ethos of the school revolves around the belief that "every child matters, so every day counts," emphasizing the importance of both academic and emotional development.
The curriculum at Chickerell Primary Academy is designed to be varied and engaging, ensuring that children achieve their potential in key areas such as reading, writing, and numeracy. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities, including creative arts and sports, to enrich students' learning experiences. With a strong focus on pastoral care, the school employs dedicated staff to support the emotional and mental well-being of students, fostering a safe and supportive atmosphere.
Chickerell Primary Academy maintains a strong connection with the local community and encourages parental involvement. The school has received positive feedback from parents, with over 92% indicating they would recommend it to others. The commitment to safeguarding and supporting families is evident through various initiatives and partnerships, ensuring that both children and their families receive comprehensive support.
The curriculum at Chickerell Primary Academy is designed to be varied and engaging, ensuring that children achieve their potential in key areas such as reading, writing, and numeracy. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities, including creative arts and sports, to enrich students' learning experiences. With a strong focus on pastoral care, the school employs dedicated staff to support the emotional and mental well-being of students, fostering a safe and supportive atmosphere.
Chickerell Primary Academy maintains a strong connection with the local community and encourages parental involvement. The school has received positive feedback from parents, with over 92% indicating they would recommend it to others. The commitment to safeguarding and supporting families is evident through various initiatives and partnerships, ensuring that both children and their families receive comprehensive support.
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Key details
- LA
- Pre-LGR 2019 Dorset
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 371
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2012-12-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 371 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 371 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 371 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 371 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 371 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 371 |
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