Grove Infant School
URN: 113710 • Portland DT5 1DB
Overview
- Name
- Grove Infant School
- URN
- 113710
- 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
- Jane Hurdiss (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Grove Road, Portland DT5 1DB
Summary
Grove Infant School is a community primary school located in Portland, Dorset, with a capacity of 60 students. The school serves mixed-gender pupils and is committed to providing a nurturing and supportive environment for early education. The ethos of the school revolves around fostering a love for learning and encouraging personal development in a safe and inclusive setting.
The curriculum at Grove Infant School is designed to meet the needs of young learners, focusing on foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social development. Teachers employ a variety of teaching methods to engage students and promote active participation in their learning journey. The school places a strong emphasis on creativity and exploration, allowing children to discover their interests and talents.
As a community school, Grove Infant School values strong partnerships with parents and local organisations. This collaboration enhances the educational experience and ensures that children receive the support they need both in and out of the classroom. The school aims to create a sense of belonging and community among families, fostering a positive and enriching environment for all students.
The curriculum at Grove Infant School is designed to meet the needs of young learners, focusing on foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social development. Teachers employ a variety of teaching methods to engage students and promote active participation in their learning journey. The school places a strong emphasis on creativity and exploration, allowing children to discover their interests and talents.
As a community school, Grove Infant School values strong partnerships with parents and local organisations. This collaboration enhances the educational experience and ensures that children receive the support they need both in and out of the classroom. The school aims to create a sense of belonging and community among families, fostering a positive and enriching environment for all students.
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Key details
- LA
- Pre-LGR 2019 Dorset
- Age range
- 5 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 60
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2012-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 60 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 60 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 60 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 60 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 60 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 60 |
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